Smilow Cancer Hospital
Medical Assistant – Pediatrics
Smilow Cancer Hospital – Old Saybrook, Connecticut
Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values—integrity, patient‑centeredness, respect, accountability, and compassion—must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Responsibilities
Perform patient care responsibilities as assigned.
Perform administrative responsibilities as assigned.
Perform environmental responsibilities as assigned.
Perform other related organizational duties as assigned.
Assist and/or perform chaperone duties for patient medical procedures as needed.
Perform other duties as required.
Sub‑tasks:
Identify yourself to patient/family and explain the roles of each member of the care delivery team.
Send/receive patient medical records and abstract new patient records into EPIC.
Set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol.
Maintain patient autonomy, confidentiality, and dignity.
Qualifications Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Must meet one of the following requirements: graduation from an accredited medical assistant (MA) certificate program, certification as a certified nursing assistant (CNA), emergency medical technician (EMT), or paramedic. Employees who join YNHHS through a merger or acquisition may satisfy educational requirements by demonstrating the appropriate combination of education, relevant experience, and current competencies.
Experience Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a medical assistant (MA), certified nursing assistant (CNA), emergency medical technician (EMT), ambulatory care associate (ACA), patient care associate/technician (PCA/PCT), paramedic, or phlebotomist required. New graduates from an accredited medical assistant certificate program, with less than one (1) year of experience, will be considered.
Licensure Certification/registration (CCMA/CMA/AAMA/RMA) preferred. Certification/registration may be accepted in lieu of graduation from an accredited MA school. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred.
Special Skills Ability to follow directions effectively and consistently. Demonstrates a mature, compassionate, and caring attitude, with sensitivity to the diverse needs of the patient population. Flexible and cooperative, with the capacity to adapt to changing demands of the role. Utilizes appropriate communication techniques to meet position requirements and foster positive interactions.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Smilow Cancer Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.
Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Health Care Provider
Industry:
Hospitals and Health Care
Requisition ID:
167593
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Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values—integrity, patient‑centeredness, respect, accountability, and compassion—must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Responsibilities
Perform patient care responsibilities as assigned.
Perform administrative responsibilities as assigned.
Perform environmental responsibilities as assigned.
Perform other related organizational duties as assigned.
Assist and/or perform chaperone duties for patient medical procedures as needed.
Perform other duties as required.
Sub‑tasks:
Identify yourself to patient/family and explain the roles of each member of the care delivery team.
Send/receive patient medical records and abstract new patient records into EPIC.
Set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol.
Maintain patient autonomy, confidentiality, and dignity.
Qualifications Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Must meet one of the following requirements: graduation from an accredited medical assistant (MA) certificate program, certification as a certified nursing assistant (CNA), emergency medical technician (EMT), or paramedic. Employees who join YNHHS through a merger or acquisition may satisfy educational requirements by demonstrating the appropriate combination of education, relevant experience, and current competencies.
Experience Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a medical assistant (MA), certified nursing assistant (CNA), emergency medical technician (EMT), ambulatory care associate (ACA), patient care associate/technician (PCA/PCT), paramedic, or phlebotomist required. New graduates from an accredited medical assistant certificate program, with less than one (1) year of experience, will be considered.
Licensure Certification/registration (CCMA/CMA/AAMA/RMA) preferred. Certification/registration may be accepted in lieu of graduation from an accredited MA school. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred.
Special Skills Ability to follow directions effectively and consistently. Demonstrates a mature, compassionate, and caring attitude, with sensitivity to the diverse needs of the patient population. Flexible and cooperative, with the capacity to adapt to changing demands of the role. Utilizes appropriate communication techniques to meet position requirements and foster positive interactions.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Smilow Cancer Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.
Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Health Care Provider
Industry:
Hospitals and Health Care
Requisition ID:
167593
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