Medical Assistant Certified

Job Description

Are you a high-energy, detail oriented individual who loves helping others? Then we have the position for you! Midwest Cardiology Associates currently is seeking a Full Time Certified Medical Assistant.

Position Overview:

• Provides a variety of medical assistant duties to support the patient, medical providers, clinical support staff and other members of the clinic to facilitate efficient clinic operations.
• Greets patients and obtains health history and presenting complaint.
• Demonstrates good customer service and interpersonal skills with all patients.
• Obtains and records patient vital signs (, pulse, respirations and blood pressure) and performs EKG’s.
• Prepares the patient for physical exam.
• Reinforces the providers’ instructions and reviews and logs the medications prescribed.
• Answers patient telephone calls, takes messages and provides assistance in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Documents patient’s clinical information, medications, care plan, and demographic information at each encounter.
• Makes sure lab reports, diagnostic reports, specialist consultations and other correspondence is in the patient’s medical record before the patient is placed in the exam room.
• Maintains a clean and orderly clinical area.
• Gives routine information in accordance with established procedures.
• Follows confidentiality, HIPAA and security procedures.
• Assists in care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
• Performs a variety of routine clinical functions and related work as required or assigned.
• Maintains a professional demeanor and effective communications at all times.
• Performs other related duties as required.
  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge of medical assistant procedures and proper medical record documentation
• Knowledge of /skill in English grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic to make simple medical dose calculations.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff
• Skill in operating a computer, copier, fax and other related machines.
• Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instruction.
• Ability to accurately and proficiently take and record vital signs.
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to file and maintain patient records, files, reports, and other correspondence.
  Minimum Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of an accredited medical assistant training program or three years of progressively responsible experience in a medical office setting.
• Word processing, internet and computer experience.
  Licenses and Certifications Required:
  Medical Assistant Certification
  Job Type: Part Time Monday - Thursday 8:00am-4:30pm
  Required education:
• High school or equivalent
  Required experience:
• Medical Assistant: 2 years
  Required licenses or certifications:
• Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
  Salary: $18.00/hour. Negotiable with years of experience. 

A busy Cardiology Practice.