Medical Assistant Admin Cardiology
About The Position
The Medical Assistant (MA) Admin role at BHMG Cardiology coordinates patient care activities and transitions between clinical and administrative responsibilities. Duties include collecting patient medical history information; navigating the EPIC electronic health records system; scheduling and following up on appointments; assisting with medication fill and refill requests; checking prior authorizations; and scheduling tests, procedures, consultations, and other assigned inbox tasks. The MA communicates respectfully with pharmacies, insurance companies, patients, and physicians, and upholds Baptist’s mission and core values to drive service excellence. Upon hire, Medical Assistants undergo a clinical competency assessment and must successfully complete MA orientation. Those who do not meet required standards will be enrolled in the Medical Assistant (MA) Trainee Program for further development and reevaluation. A retention bonus is available to new hires who meet eligibility criteria.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One year of direct, hands-on patient care experience in a medical office, clinic, or similar setting, or successful completion of a formal Medical Assistant training program, including Baptist Health’s internal MA training program.
- Alternatively, graduation from a formal Medical Assistant training program or at least one year of direct, hands-on patient care in a clinical setting, such as obtaining vital signs, documenting patient history and medications, and performing clinical procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, or administering injections or vaccines.
- Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.
- Medical Assistants in Occupational Medicine must have BAT and DOT certifications.
- Successful completion of the clinical competency assessment and MA orientation.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in Occupational Medicine, Urgent Care, Primary Care, or a specialty medical practice.
- Medical Office, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), AAMA, AMT, or NCCT.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate patient care activities.
- Collect patient medical history information.
- Navigate the EPIC electronic health records system.
- Schedule appointments and follow up on them.
- Assist with medication fill and refill requests.
- Check for prior authorizations.
- Schedule tests, procedures, and consultations.
- Complete other assigned inbox tasks.
- Communicate respectfully with pharmacies, insurance companies, patients, and physicians.
- Complete a clinical competency assessment and MA orientation after hire.
Benefits
- Retention bonus for new hires meeting eligibility criteria.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
