Medical Assistant (MA) - Cardiology

Virtua Health•Franklin Township, NJ

3d•$20 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant prepares patients for examinations and assists clinical providers by obtaining and documenting vital signs, medical and social histories, and chief complaints. The role performs clinical tasks within the scope of the employee’s certification and under physician supervision. The position is full-time, on-site, and assigned to the first shift at Virtua Health’s Voorhees location.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or the Virtua Health Medical Assistant Program.
Current Medical Assistant certification or registration.
BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

0–2 years of similar job experience in a medical office is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examinations by obtaining and documenting vital signs and chief complaints, and prepare exam rooms based on the patient’s chief complaint.
Perform phlebotomy, obtain specimens for processing, administer vaccines and complete required documentation, and perform diagnostic tests such as EKG and pulmonary function testing as directed under physician supervision.
Screen and direct patient calls according to established protocols, and contact patients about prescriptions and test results as directed and supervised by a physician.
Perform and document daily regulatory testing to ensure clinical equipment is accurate and compliant.
Maintain par levels of clinical supplies for the facility.
Perform directed front desk duties, which may include patient registration, billing, and appointment scheduling.