Patient Administrative Assistant Job at Hartford HealthCare in Hartford

Patient Administrative Assistant

Location: 81 Retreat Ave HH Core Bldg (10067)

Shift: Day/Evening

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Unit Manager, the Patient Administrative Assistant provides administrative support and communicates with members of the health care team, patients, and families. The role contributes to the successful operation of the work area and functions in accordance with all existing regulatory and hospital standards, policies, and procedures. Reports to Manager, Patient Unit.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated functions as a member of the patient care team.
• Provide administrative support to the health care team, patients, and families.
• Adhere to hospital regulations, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English; perform basic mathematics.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Physical ability to meet the position’s physical requirements and occupational exposure.

Preferred

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Hospital- or physician office-based work experience.
• Demonstrated competencies in a related health field at Hartford Hospital.
• CPR validation may be required within three months of hire depending on work area.

Equal Opportunity: Hartford HealthCare is 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, veteran or disability status.