Medical Assistant III - Cardiovascular Srvcs

CoxHealth•Springfield, MO

6d•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, the role performs administrative tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, and entering information into medical records. Clinical duties include measuring and recording vital signs; collecting demographic and medical information, including reviewing medication lists; preparing patients for examinations; cleaning rooms and equipment; and stocking supplies. The position also involves administering medications. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., on the day shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Effective September 1, 2020, graduation from or completion of a formal medical assistant training program that included pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, the basics of medication administration, and a clinical externship.
Certification or registration from a CoxHealth-approved certification 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 in a team.
Proficient computer skills.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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