What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at US Heart & Vascular?
US Heart and Vascular is in need of a Medical Assistant to join our team at Pima Heart and Vascular in Tucson, AZ to assist Provider(s) in daily operations of his/her clinic and patient care.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Interviews patients, measures vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height and records information in patients’ charts.
- Work with the medical assistant tech to ensure patients are roomed in a timely manner
- Operates electrocardiograph (EKG), treadmill, and other equipment to administer routine diagnostic test
- Fill out testing orders per physician
- Send out prescriptions per physician orders
- Orders & explain testing to the patient
- Gives injections or treatments and performs routine laboratory tests
- Set up procedures with hospitals to include filling out hospital form and faxing them back
- Review procedure and instructions with the patient
- Escort patients to check-out
- Check voicemails & enter messages into NextGen
- Return patient calls/tasks, even if only to acknowledge receipt of the voicemail, and that an answer is being sought
- Ensure that charts have been checked and the proper paperwork is included
- Travel required· Prepare bag for travel to satellite clinics
- Safeguard the privacy of patient health information
- Other related duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Completion of a Medical Assistant program
- Cardiac Experience is preferred but not required
- Knowledge in medical terminology
About Tucson, AZ:
Tucson offers stunning desert landscapes, mountain views, and over 300 days of sunshine. It’s a haven for outdoor lovers, with great hiking, biking, and national parks. The cost of living is lower than in other Arizona cities, and the arts, dining, and community scene are vibrant.