Advanced Medical Assistant - Cardiology

Advanced Medical Assistant - Cardiology | RMA/CMA

Join a dedicated healthcare team in the heart of the Midwest region, providing compassionate and efficient patient care in a cardiology clinic setting. This part-time, day shift role is perfect for a motivated Medical Assistant eager to support providers and patients with professionalism and attention to detail.

General Summary

The Medical Assistant operates within their scope to assist licensed nurses, physicians, and advanced practice providers. Key qualities include strong organizational skills, professionalism, excellent customer service, multitasking ability, critical thinking, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to patient safety protocols including infection control and safe patient handling.
• Provide direct patient interaction such as escorting patients, obtaining vital signs and EKGs, verifying medications and allergies, and documenting medical histories and visit reasons accurately and promptly.
• Manage communication by routing phone messages, answering patient questions, and assisting with physician return calls.
• Assist with medication renewals, authorizations, and administration (oral, IM, SQ) as ordered.
• Perform point-of-care lab testing and collect specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Schedule appointments, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures as directed by providers.
• Complete necessary paperwork including prior authorizations and referrals efficiently.
• Maintain supply inventory and ensure exam areas are clean and well-stocked.
• Educate patients on electronic health record access and assist with enrollment.
• Support orientation and training of new medical assistants.
• Demonstrate accountability, teamwork, and reliability while managing workload under pressure.

Education

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant or Medical Specialist program is required, or equivalent experience. A high school diploma is mandatory.

Experience

At least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant or similar role is preferred, especially in a clinical setting.

Certification and Licenses

Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credentials from an accredited organization such as AMT are preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required.

Mental and Physical Requirements

This role requires considerable mental focus and physical activity including lifting up to 35 lbs, walking, standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.

Working Conditions

Frequent exposure to infectious diseases and occasional encounters with hostile individuals may occur. Minimal physical discomfort is expected.