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Medical Assistant - Pulmonology

Hartford HealthCare • Torrington, CT 06790 • Posted 18 days ago

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Job Highlights

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The Medical Assistant in Pulmonology at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is responsible for both clinical and administrative areas, including assisting physicians with patient care and handling clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks. This role involves providing information to patients to fully utilize and benefit from clinical services and may be assigned to specific medical specialty departments. The position requires a diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant or LPN program, with a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Assist physicians with patient care
  • Handle clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks
  • Provide information to patients to fully utilize and benefit from clinical services
  • May be assigned to specific medical specialty department

Qualifications

Required

  • Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant or LPN program
  • Knowledge of health care field and medical office protocols/procedures
  • Skill in tact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions
  • Ability to plan, prioritize and complete designated tasks
  • Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others

Preferred

  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential
  • Three or more years experience

About Hartford HealthCare

Hartford HealthCare is a leading healthcare provider in Connecticut with nearly 500 locations offering a wide range of medical services including behavioral health, rehabilitation, senior care, and specialized institutes like the Ayer Neuroscience Institute and Cancer Institute. They have a strong system of hospitals like Backus Hospital and Hartford Hospital, providing top-notch medical care supported by a dedicated team of health professionals and innovative solutions for better patient experience.

Full Job Description

Work where*every moment*matters. Every day, over 35,000 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. Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 122-bed, general acute care community hospital located in Torrington, Connecticut, that serves as a regional health care resource for the 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut. CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient, safe and comfortable patient environment. Responsible for both clinical and administrative areas including assisting physicians with patient care and handling clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the clinical services. May be assigned to specific medical specialty department. * Diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant or LPN program required * Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential preferred * Three or more years experience preferred * Knowledge of health care field and medical office protocols/procedures * Skill in tact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions * Ability to plan, prioritize and complete designated tasks * Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others 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*. **Job:** **Professional Clinical* **Organization:** **Charlotte Hungerford Hospital* **Title:** *Medical Assistant - Pulmonology* **Location:** *Connecticut-Torrington-Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (10115)* **Requisition ID:** *24161359*