Location: North Haven,CT, USA
Description Position at Hartford Healthcare GoHealth Urgent Care Pay Range: $18.50 - $22.75Shift Available:Monday/Tuesday 8a-8p, Wednesday 8a-2p and every other weekendAt 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 are Committed to Quality CareOur Connecticut locations have been accredited by the Urgent Care Association. The only program of its kind, this accreditation was awarded for GoHealth's excellence in both certification and quality and safety standards. This accomplishment signifies our continued dedication to the patients we serve.In a collaborative manner, the Medical Assistant will provide support to the Medical Providers, Radiologic Technologist, and patients through a variety of tasks, including but not limited to patient care management, organization and communication. The Medical Assistant completes all activities accurately, with high quality and in a timely manner while living our vision and mission to become the urgent care Partner of choice by re-defining value and access to quality care through an effortless experience, a culture of care, and seamlessly integrating with our partners and communities. This vision is achieved through our five core values of Collaboration, Innovation, Diversity and Inclusion, Integrity and Accountability.Job RequirementsEducationGraduate of a Medical Assistant Program preferred1+ years of Medical Assistant experience under a licensed healthcare supervisor within the last 3 years preferredCPOE must be obtained within 2 weeks of hire if Medical Assistant Certification is not obtained upon hireHigh school diploma or equivalent required Work ExperienceMedical Assistant experience preferred for Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program OR2+ years of Medical Assistant experience within the last 3 years under a licensed healthcare supervisor in lieu of a Medical Assistant program preferredKnowledge of medical terminology strongly preferredRequired Licenses/CertificationsBasic Life Support (BLS) is required at the time of hireOne of the following certifications is required (or must obtain within 15 months of hire)CMA- Certified Medical Assistant (verified through AAMA, American Association of Medical Assistants) CCMA- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (verified through NHA, National Healthcareer Association) 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 Certified Medical Assistant (verified through the National Association for Health Professionals) ARMA - American Registry of Medical Assistants (verified through ARMA)Additionally, CPOE certification for order entry is required within two weeks of start date and must be kept active in lieu of MA certification within the first 15 months of hire. 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 RNEMT - Emergency Medical Technician (verified through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians) CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities RequiredKnowledge of medical office management systems and procedures Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work Social perceptiveness and service-oriented Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational and planning skills Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software Enjoy:Competitive compensationGenerous PTOQuarterly performance bonusesMonthly bonus potential