Medical Assistant III - Cardiovascular Services

CoxHealth • Springfield, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant III performs administrative duties under the direct supervision of a supervisor or provider. These may include 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 examinations; cleaning rooms and equipment; and stocking supplies. The position involves administering medications.

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 through 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 setting.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and enter data in medical records as needed.
• Measure and record 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.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits; retirement with employer match and additional benefits for employees working 20 or more hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED