Medical Assistant

CHILDREN'S HEALTHCARE OF ATLANTA CARDIOLOGY•Athens, GA

About The Position

Children’s Cardiology, a subsidiary of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, includes more than 60 pediatric cardiologists and provides comprehensive services to patients from before birth through age 21 with acquired or congenital heart disease. The Medical Assistant interacts directly with patients and families, helps obtain accurate clinical data, and performs routine clerical and clinical tasks to support efficient operations. After completing training, employees who pass a company-approved Qualified Interpreter exam may be eligible for additional pay. The certification must remain active to receive the additional pay. Employment history will be verified during recruiting and onboarding. False statements, omissions, or misrepresentations on an application or résumé will result in the applicant not being hired. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Medical Assistant training.
At least 3 years of healthcare experience.
Basic medical knowledge and understanding of medical terminology.
Basic clinical skills.
Current CPR certification.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Outlook.
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks concurrently.
Excellent customer service skills, good judgment, and problem-solving ability.
Strong computer, typing, and writing skills.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-through discipline.
Effective oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant certification.
Pediatric or family practice experience.
EMR/EPIC experience.

Responsibilities

Obtain EKGs, vital signs, and oxygen saturations from patients.
Obtain general clinical assessments of patients.
Review information and report to a physician or nurse, including problematic or unusual findings.
Place event and Holter monitors and distribute reports to physicians.
Assist with patient discharges, as appropriate.
Prepare packets for tests and procedures, including labs, cardiac catheterizations, and MRIs.
Maintain inventory of disposable clinical supplies and teaching materials.
Provide general operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of clinical equipment.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Additional pay eligibility for employees who complete training and pass the company-approved Qualified Interpreter exam, while maintaining active certification.