Medical Assistant III - Cardiovascular Srvcs

CoxHealth•Springfield, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant III works in Cardiovascular Services at Wheeler Heart & Vascular in Springfield, Missouri. Under the direct supervision of a supervisor or provider, this role performs administrative duties such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, and entering data in medical records. Clinical duties include measuring and recording vital signs; collecting demographic and medical information, including reviewing medication lists; preparing patients for examination; cleaning rooms and equipment; and stocking supplies. The position also involves administering medications.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduation from or completion of a formal medical assistant training program that includes pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, basics of medication administration, and a clinical externship. This requirement is effective September 1, 2020.
Certification or registration through a CoxHealth-approved program: CMA/AAMA, RMA/AMT, CCMA/NHA, NRCMA/NAHP, NCMA/NCCT, or RMA/AAMP.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Proficient computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience involving direct contact with people.
Previous experience in a healthcare setting, particularly an ambulatory clinic.

Responsibilities

Answer phones, schedule appointments, and enter data in medical records under direct supervision.
Measure and record patients’ vital signs.
Collect demographic and medical information, including reviewing medication lists.
Prepare patients for examination.
Clean rooms and equipment and stock supplies.
Administer medications.
Carry out delegated tasks under the supervision of a provider.