Medical Assistant - Cardiac Services - FT - Days - $2,500 Sign on Bonus - MPG

Performs routine clinical and administrative duties in support of assigned area or office.

Responsibilities

Rounds with patients in practice to ensure Excellent Patient Experience is met; Under the supervision of physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or nurse, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments; Obtains and accurately documents patient vital signs, height and weight, takes brief history on current illness or injury, current medications, allergies, required screenings, and other pertinent information as appropriate; Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection, including phlebotomy, splint application, and procedural tray/room set-up; Activates My Chart Accounts; Ensures Telehealth connectivity for scheduled appointments and troubleshoots as needed; Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including scanning, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration; Reviews and documents Social Determinants; Provides education and resources as needed; Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition; Documents patient care provided; Provides discharge instructions and follows-up with patient as needed; Recognizes and seeks help in emergent situations; Reviews patient charts to ensure imaging is available and all pertinent information is obtained to maximize appointment; Follows-up on reported issues and assists with service recovery; Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning/disinfection per protocol, and troubleshooting; Maintains examination areas; Manages and facilitates all in-basket messages and patient phone calls.

Requirements

Accredited Program (Required); BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association; BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association; BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association; BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential; BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross; No prior work experience required; Critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision; ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action; Graduate of an accredited EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) or MA (Medical Assistant) Diploma program, possess Medical Assistant Registration or Medical Assistant Certification, or have six (6) months of patient care experience.

Benefits

$2,500 Sign on Bonus