Medical Assistant - Electrophysiology

Virtua Health•Woodbury, MN

2d•$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 history, and chief complaints. The role performs clinical tasks within the scope of the employee’s certification and under physician supervision. Duties also include specimen collection, phlebotomy, vaccine administration, diagnostic testing, patient communication, clinical equipment checks, supply management, and as-directed front desk work. This is a full-time, on-site position on the first shift, with 40 hours per week.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program or the Virtua Health Medical Assistant Program.
Current Medical Assistant certification or registration.
BLS certification.
For positions in Delaware, certification is required within one year of hire.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for exams by obtaining and documenting vital signs and chief complaints, and preparing the exam room based on the chief complaint.
Perform phlebotomy and collect specimens for processing.
Administer vaccines and complete the required documentation.
Perform diagnostic tests such as EKG and pulmonary function testing as directed and under physician supervision.
Screen and direct patient calls according to established protocols.
Contact patients regarding prescriptions and test results as directed and under physician supervision.
Perform and document daily regulatory testing to ensure clinical equipment is accurate and compliant.
Maintain facility par levels of clinical supplies.
Perform front desk duties as directed, which may include patient registration, billing, and appointment scheduling.