Medical Assistant

CHILDREN'S HEALTHCARE OF ATLANTA CARDIOLOGY • Albany, GA

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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. Employees must maintain active certification to receive that pay.

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, particularly 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 for patients.
• Obtain general clinical assessments of patients.
• Review information and report problematic or unusual findings to a physician or nurse.
• 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

What This Job Offers

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