Medical Assistant, Cardiology, $3000 Bonus, FT, 8:30A-5P
About The Position
Works under the clinical supervision of the practice physician(s) and office manager and is responsible for assisting the physicians in the practice. Assists in examination and treatment of patients, interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e.: pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information on patients charts. Also draws and collects blood samples from patients and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis. Estimated pay range for this position is $17.79 - $23.13 / hour depending on experience.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, Certificate of Attendance, Certificate of Completion, GED or equivalent training or experience required.
- Must have at least one of the above required licenses/certifications (MA, CNA, LPN, EMT, Paramedic).
- Medical Assistants with a Certificate or Diploma of Completion of a Medical Assistant training program hired after 7/1/16 or foreign Medical Doctor with a foreign medical doctor diploma hired after 5/1/17 will have up to 6 months from start of employment with BHSF to obtain Medical Assistant Certification.
- Effective 11/3/17, a Foreign Medical Doctor with a Foreign Medical Doctor Diploma will no longer be qualified to be hired in the Medical Assistant role.
- BLS required for all.
- For Primary Care Practices, EKG and Phlebotomy Certifications are also required for employees with the CNA license only.
- CNA, LPN, EMT license must be from Florida.
- Must be a professional, organized detail-oriented team player with effective interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written).
- Possesses compassionate demeanor, excellent customer service skills and high ethical standards.
- HIPAA/OSHA compliance required.
- Ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment efficiently.
- Proficient in computer applications and typing skills.
- Proficient in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.
- Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Paramedic.
- AAMA Certified Medical Assistant.
- Emergency Medical Technician.
- Certified Nursing Assistant.
- Basic Life Support.
- Registered Medical Assistant.
- Minimum Required Experience: less than 1 year
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual preferred.
- Knowledge of Health Care regulatory guidelines and Medical Terminology a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assisting physicians in the practice
- Assisting in examination and treatment of patients
- Interviewing patients
- Measuring vital signs (i.e.: pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height)
- Recording information on patients charts
- Drawing and collecting blood samples from patients
- Preparing specimens for laboratory analysis
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
