Medical Assistant - Cardiology
About The Position
The Medical Assistant provides patient care in an outpatient cardiology practice under the direction of a practicing physician, physician assistant, or licensed nurse. The role combines clinical and clerical duties to support patient care and optimize the patient experience. The position is based in Stamford, Connecticut, with flexibility to cover practices in Darien, Norwalk, New Canaan, and Greenwich. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; the posting also describes the schedule as 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and states there are no nights or weekends. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certification or diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant school or program.
- Heart Saver or BLS certification.
- Basic computer skills, including MS Office, Word, and Excel.
Nice To Haves
- National certification.
- Two years of job experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide patient care in an outpatient physician practice under the direction of a physician, physician assistant, or licensed nurse.
- Assist with clinical and clerical duties to support patient experience and practice operations.
- Welcome patients in person or by telephone and answer or refer inquiries.
- Prepare patients for visits by accompanying or directing them to examination rooms, providing gowns and drapes, assisting with positioning, and arranging instruments, supplies, and equipment.
- Verify patient information by interviewing patients, reviewing or recording medical history, taking vital signs, and confirming the purpose of visits or treatments.
- Assist healthcare providers during examinations; prepare laboratory specimens; perform basic on-site laboratory tests; dispose of contaminated supplies; sterilize medical instruments; draw blood; prepare patients for x-rays; take electrocardiograms; remove sutures; and change dressings.
- Record patient examinations, treatments, and test results.
- Schedule hospital procedures, surgeries, and tests; obtain precertification and test results.
- Handle phone calls and messages concerning prescriptions, notes, forms, and related matters.
- Complete disability and insurance forms.
- Maintain clinical flow throughout the practice.
Benefits
- $5,000 sign-on bonus.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on the first day of employment.
- Generous paid time off.
- Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
- Career growth opportunities within a leading healthcare system.
- Supportive, collaborative team environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
