Patient Administrative Assistant - Surgical

Patient Administrative Assistant - Surgical

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80 Seymour Street (10008)

D/E, EOW/EOH

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford Health Care colleagues come to work with one thing in common: pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters. Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals and a Level I trauma center, on the cutting edge of technology and medical care. It is home to the Center for Education, Simulation, and Innovation (CESI) and the Northeast’s largest robotic surgery center.

The organization is committed to becoming the best in patient safety and fostering a culture of safety at every level.

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Unit Manager, the Patient Administrative Associate performs delegated functions as a member of a patient care team by providing administrative support and communicating 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.

• Provide administrative support and communicate with members of the health care team, patients, and families.
• Contribute to the successful operation of the work area and functions in accordance with all regulatory and hospital standards, policies and procedures.

• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English, and perform basic mathematics.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to perform physical effort as specified by position physical requirements and occupational exposure form.

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

With locations around the state, Hartford Health Care offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. The organization provides a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.

Equal Opportunity Employer statement: Hartford Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer and does 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.