Work whereevery momentmattersEvery day over 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 Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkFor more than years Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communitiesJOB SUMMARYProvides 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 roleWork whereevery momentmattersEvery day over 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 Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkFor more than years Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communitiesJOB SUMMARYProvides 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 roleMinimum RequirementsEducationDiploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program OR an active CT CNA EMT Paramedic or Medic Certification OR relative experience as outlined belowExperienceIn lieu of education requirement at least one year of experience in direct patient care acute or ambulatory space may be consideredLicensure Certification RegistrationCertified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association AHA obtained within Months days of hire date or job transfer dateAll required credentials to be maintained throughout employmentLanguage SkillsMust be able to read and understand oral and written instructions and effectively communicate information in EnglishPreferred RequirementsEducationDiploma from an accredited Medical Assistant programExperienceRelevant experience or MA externship in a busy medical office EPIC EMR experienceLanguage SkillsBi lingualKnowledge Skills and Ability RequirementsCustomer service skillsHIPAA complianceAbility to adhere to quality and safety standardsAbility to read and understand medical terminologyBasic computer skillsOrganizational skillsDemonstrated attention to detail in all aspects of workAbility to manage time and productivity without immediate supervisionAbility to work as part of a dynamic teamFlexibility to respond to changes in work schedules as necessary or as requestedWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growthHere you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and childrenWe know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment mattersAnd this isyour momentMinimum RequirementsEducationDiploma from an accredited Medical Assistant program OR an active CT CNA EMT Paramedic or Medic Certification OR relative experience as outlined belowExperienceIn lieu of education requirement at least one year of experience in direct patient care acute or ambulatory space may be consideredLicensure Certification RegistrationCertified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association AHA obtained within Months days of hire date or job transfer dateAll required credentials to be maintained throughout employmentLanguage SkillsMust be able to read and understand oral and written instructions and effectively communicate information in EnglishPreferred RequirementsEducationDiploma from an accredited Medical Assistant programExperienceRelevant experience or MA externship in a busy medical office EPIC EMR experienceLanguage SkillsBi lingualKnowledge Skills and Ability RequirementsCustomer service skillsHIPAA complianceAbility to adhere to quality and safety standardsAbility to read and understand medical terminologyBasic computer skillsOrganizational skillsDemonstrated attention to detail in all aspects of workAbility to manage time and productivity without immediate supervisionAbility to work as part of a dynamic teamFlexibility to respond to changes in work schedules as necessary or as requestedWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growthHere you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and childrenWe know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment mattersAnd this isyour moment