Medical Assistant - Cardiology (FT Days)

Three Crosses Regional Hospital•Las Cruces, NM

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Three Crosses Regional Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant committed to clinical excellence and building a patient-centered culture. This role performs a variety of medical and clinical support functions in an outpatient setting, including patient triage, registration, administrative services, direct patient care assistance, and routine medical procedures. The Medical Assistant will record and update medical histories, schedule appointments and procedures, obtain medication authorization, perform standard care procedures like checking vitals and performing tests, and manage patient messages and pre-chart work. The position requires efficiency in a fast-paced environment with a pleasant demeanor. The incumbent must adhere to ethical standards, support the hospital's mission, vision, and values, and possess knowledge of healthcare systems and the ability to interact with a diverse workforce.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
6-12 months of experience in a health care environment.
BLS from American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

Certificate of successful completion of Medical Assistant Program.
Certified Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

Performs various administrative and clinical duties under direction of administration and/or clinician.
Assists patients as necessary with walking, transferring, dressing, collecting specimens and preparing for exams.
Utilizes electronic health records system to collect pertinent patient history consistent with organizational guidelines.
Takes vitals, electrocardiograms, stress tests, ETTs, Event/Holter Monitor.
Performs screening consistent with provider guidelines.
Prepares and administers medications, including intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections as directed by provider.
Transmits prescription refills as directed.
Communicates appropriately and clearly with patients, co-workers, and management.
Prepares charts for provider to include obtaining results of studies such as labs, imaging, etc. prior to visit.
Assists in completion of forms in preparation of provider review and signature.
Schedules appointments/procedures and answers calls/message in a timely basis.
Arranges hospital admissions and laboratory services as needed.
Monthly/Weekly/Annual inspection and testing of equipment used in clinic.
Able to recognize and is knowledgeable of heart rhythms on EKG and rhythm strips.
Maintains effective communication with the patient and provides an explanation of procedures within the scope of practice.
Ensures physician order for the procedure is entered accurately. Consults appropriate resources to clarify orders and deemed necessary.