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Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

GoHealth Urgent Care - UCSF Health • Hartford, Connecticut, USA
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Its fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing!

Were committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Its fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing!

Were committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

We are seeking Medical Assistants to join our welcoming and diverse community in the surrounding region.

Market-leading benefits include :

  • Medical Dental Vision 401k matching
  • Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental health
  • Generous Paid time off
  • Bonus : Up to $600 / month
  • Hourly rate $20-$24.25
  • Growth opportunities
  • Sign on bonus up to $3500 for external candidates

Hartford HealthCare one of the nations leading health care providers and GoHealth Urgent Care an on-demand consumer-centric care company are operating urgent care centers across the Connecticut area.

At Hartford HealthCare-GoHealth Urgent Care we place the needs of our patients first - by providing an effortless patient experience a welcoming culture of care and seamless integration with market-leading health systems and our communities. We would love for you to become a member of our team!

The Medical Assistant assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of an urgent care provider. Manages the check-in and registration process interview patients measures vital signs (i.e. pulse rate temperature blood pressure weight and height) and records information on patients charts. Draws and collects blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.

Job Requirements

Education

  • High School Diploma required
  • Graduate of a Medical Assisting Program preferred
  • Work Experience

  • Medical Assistant experience preferred
  • Front Desk experience preferred
  • Required Licenses / Certifications

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) required at the time of hire obtained through the American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA).
  • One of the following certifications is required at the time of hire :
  • CCMA- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (verified through NHA National Healthcareer Association)

  • CMA- Certified Medical Assistant (verified through AAMA American Association of Medical Assistant)
  • RMA- Registered Medical Assistant (verified through AMT American Medical Technologists)
  • NCMA- National Certified Medical Assistant (verified through NCCT National Center for Competency Testing)
  • NRCMA- Nationally Registered Medical Assistant (verified through the National Association for Health Professionals)
  • Additionally CPOE certification for order entry is required within two weeks of start date.

    In lieu of an approved MA Certification we will also accept the following certifications at the time of hire :

  • Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing or LPN or RN
  • EMT - Emergency Medical Technician (verified through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians)
  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Essential Functions

  • Conduct patient registration which includes securing required paperwork and insurance documentation and verification of insurance and patient eligibility.
  • Process co-pays and schedule patient appointments for assigned center.
  • Coordinate provider referrals to assigned Specialist.
  • Answer patient questions regarding their care and keep them informed of their status.
  • Inform technical staff of patient flow.
  • Prepare patients for examination which includes conducting interviews to verify patient information record medical history; confirm purpose of visit
  • Perform preliminary physical test (blood pressure weight temperature etc.) for vital signs and escalate critical cases to provider as needed.
  • Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e. flu strep urinalysis ECG HCG); and provide patient information to provider.
  • Responsible for stocking supplies and maintenance of exam rooms front desk and reception area; ensure providers have medical supplies needed.
  • Responsible for completing order sheets to maintain supply inventory levels; regularly check expiration dates on supplies.
  • Responsible for maintenance of medical records and scanning charts to patient files.
  • Answer phone calls collect and sort daily incoming and outgoing postal correspondence
  • Ensure reception is well maintained
  • Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up.
  • Perform opening and closing duties which includes cashing out end-of-day communication and securing the building.
  • Follow operating instructions to perform and document daily controls and calibration of equipment; maintain Quality Assurance / Quality Control logs for equipment troubleshoot breakdowns perform preventive maintenance and submit repair tickets as needed.
  • All other duties as assigned.
  • Additional Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required

  • Basic Medical Assistant duties
  • Ability to type quickly basic computer knowledge
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Detail oriented able to rely on experience and judgment to perform a variety of tasks participate on a team and accomplish goals
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Able to interact and treat all persons with fairness respect and sensitivity to cultural / social difference
  • If you like wild growth and working with happy enthusiastic over-achievers youll enjoy your career with us!

    Note : this job description is not inclusive of all the duties of the position. You may be asked by leaders to perform other duties. Management reserves the right to revise this position description at any time.

    Set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!

    If you like wild growth and working with happy enthusiastic over-achievers youll enjoy your career with us!

    Key Skills

    EMR Systems,Clinical Laboratory Experience,Athenahealth,Algebra,eClinicalWorks,Primary Care Experience,Phlebotomy,Medical office experience,Vital Signs Experience,Experience Administering Injections,Medical Terminology,Medication Administration

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Monthly Salary Salary : 20 - 24

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