Medical Assistant - Structural Heart Team

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a Medical Assistant to join their Structural Heart Team in Nashville, Tennessee. VUMC is a leading institution in patient care, education, and research, committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and their uniqueness is celebrated. This role supports the licensed healthcare team in performing office examinations and procedures by managing patient flow, gathering screening data, and assisting with patient education and communication. The Medical Assistant will also contribute to local and organizational teams by establishing mentoring relationships, participating in shared governance, and engaging in learning activities to advance their skills. Vanderbilt Health is a leader in treating heart valve disease with the newest transcatheter techniques and is dedicated to developing future innovations in the field.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved discipline specific program
Relevant Work Experience
Less than 1 year of experience
Certifications

Nice To Haves

Cardiac experience preferred

Responsibilities

Supports the licensed healthcare team in performing office examinations and procedures by organizing and managing clinic patient flow, gathering and documenting patient screening data, assisting with patient and family education and communication with patient's health care team.
Positively influences local and organizational teams by establishing mentoring relationships and participating in shared governance activities.
Furthers growth by engaging in learning activities to advance skills.
Directs and supports patient flow as well as unit operations by maintaining supplies, equipment and unit environmental standards.
Facilitates identification of resources to meet patient healthcare needs.
Performs/assists with procedures according to organizational/departmental standards.
Collects and documents patient screening data for the healthcare team.
Assists with patient and family education.