Medical Assistant - Wound Center (Per diem)

Description

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.

Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals in New England. We are a Level 1 Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients. This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to us.

Provides basic clinical and clerical support in the delivery of patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of education. The Medical Assistant experiences continued training of all aspects of the Medical Assistant role.

Qualifications

Required

Education

Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program OR an active CT CNA, EMT, Paramedic or Medic Certification OR relative experience as outlined below.

Experience

In lieu of education requirement, at least one year of experience in direct patient care (acute or ambulatory space) may be considered.

Licensure, Certification, Registration

Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

All required credentials to be maintained throughout employment.

Language Skills

Must be able to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information in English.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements

Customer service skills

• HIPAA compliance
• Ability to adhere to quality and safety standards
• Ability to read and understand medical terminology
• Basic computer skills
• Organizational skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail in all aspects of work
• Ability to manage time and productivity without immediate supervision
• Ability to work as part of a dynamic team
• Flexibility to respond to changes in work schedules as necessary or as requested

Preferred

Education

Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Experience

Relevant experience or MA externship in a busy medical office. EPIC EMR experience.

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.