Part Time Cardiology Medical Assistant, Crystal Run Healthcare
About The Position
The Medical Assistant provides care to patients and their significant others through direct and/or telephone contact, following established standards and practices. The role coordinates with other members of the care team to support seamless care delivery, coordination, and patient participation in planning and care. The Medical Assistant assists physicians and other providers with clinical procedures. The schedule is Wednesdays and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Responsibilities include providing direct patient care in the established practice area, supporting physicians with procedures, performing authorized clinical duties, and addressing patients’ individual and family needs. The Medical Assistant directs or escorts patients to exam rooms, assists physicians, mid-level healthcare professionals, and nurses during examinations and office procedures, and seeks guidance when necessary. The role also includes preparing e-prescriptions when instructed, processing and caring for instruments and equipment according to manufacturer guidelines, and preparing specimens for laboratory transport with proper labeling and EPIC orders. The employer describes a development-focused environment with opportunities to grow into other roles. The position is with Optum in the Tri-State region, formerly including Crystal Run Healthcare, and is based at Crystal Run Healthcare. The hourly pay range is $16.00–$29.00, based on full-time employment; actual pay depends on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical office, clinic, or hospital setting, or nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification from NAHP, NCCT, AAMA, AMT, or NHA.
Nice To Haves
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct and/or telephone care to patients and their significant others according to established standards and practices.
- Coordinate with other care-team members to support seamless care delivery, coordinated efforts, and patient participation in care planning.
- Assist physicians and other providers with clinical procedures.
- Provide direct patient care in the established area of practice and assist physicians with procedures.
- Perform clinical duties within scope of practice and in compliance with department standards, policies, and protocols.
- Address patients’ individual and family needs at the time of service and communicate identified needs promptly.
- Direct or escort patients to exam rooms in a timely manner.
- Assist physicians, mid-level healthcare professionals, and/or nurses during examinations and office diagnostic procedures or treatments.
- Perform authorized procedures, such as taking vital signs, vision screening, and selected laboratory tests, as directed by a physician or nurse.
- Seek validation or guidance from a physician, mid-level healthcare professional, and/or nurse when necessary.
- Prepare e-prescriptions for processing to pharmacies when instructed by a physician and in accordance with policy.
- Inspect, clean, prepare, and process instruments and equipment according to manufacturers’ guidelines.
- Process specimens for transport to the laboratory, ensuring proper labeling and appropriate orders in EPIC.
Benefits
- $1,500 sign-on bonus for external candidates.
- Benefits available within 30 days, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Paid holidays.
- 401(k) and 401(k) contribution.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
