Medical Assistant - Cardiology, Crystal Run Healthcare
About The Position
The Medical Assistant provides care to patients and significant others through direct and/or telephone contact, following established standards and practices. The role coordinates with other members of the care team to support seamless care delivery, coordinate efforts, and encourage active patient participation in planning and care. The Medical Assistant also assists physicians or other providers with clinical procedures. This position is in Cardiology at Crystal Run Healthcare. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The role includes direct patient care, assisting with exams and office diagnostic procedures, performing authorized procedures, preparing e-prescriptions when instructed, processing instruments and equipment, and preparing specimens for laboratory transport. The position offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates. Benefits are described as available within 30 days and include PTO, paid holidays, a 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and other benefits. The hourly pay range is $16.00 to $29.00 based on full-time employment and factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical office, clinic, or hospital setting, or a nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification from NAHP, NCCT, AAMA, AMT, or NHA.
Nice To Haves
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct and/or telephone care to patients and significant others according to established standards and practices.
- Coordinate with care-team members to support seamless care delivery, coordination of efforts, and patient participation in planning and care.
- Demonstrate clinical competence in direct patient care in established areas of practice and assist physicians with procedures.
- Perform clinical duties within scope of practice and in compliance with department standards, policies, and protocols.
- Address individual and family patient needs proactively and communicate identified needs in a timely manner.
- Direct or escort patients to exam rooms in a timely manner.
- Assist physicians, mid-level healthcare professionals, and/or nurses during exams and office diagnostic procedures or treatments.
- Perform authorized procedures, such as taking vital signs, vision screening, and selected laboratory tests, as directed by a physician or nurse.
- Seek validation or guidance from physicians, mid-level healthcare professionals, and/or nurses when necessary.
- Prepare e-prescriptions for pharmacy processing when instructed by a physician and in accordance with policy.
- Inspect, clean, prepare, and process instruments and equipment according to manufacturers’ guidelines.
- Process specimens for laboratory transport, ensuring correct labeling and that appropriate orders have been placed in EPIC.
Benefits
- $3,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.
- PTO.
- Paid holidays.
- 401(k).
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
