Cardiology Medical Assistant — Vital Signs, EKG & Travel

US Heart and Vascular

New Iberia (LA)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

US Heart and Vascular is seeking a Medical Assistant to join Cardiology Specialists of Acadiana in LaFayette, LA. This full-time, day-shift position supports patient intake, vital signs, history updates, ECGs, and other clinic procedures to ensure smooth patient flow.

You will greet patients, enter data into the chart, schedule procedures, and coordinate with physicians. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited medical assisting or nursing program, and at

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of accredited certified medical assistant or accredited nursing program.
Minimum of 2 years' experience in clinical activities in a medical environment.
eCW experience preferred but not required.
Basic knowledge of medical office procedures and medical terminology with concentration in cardiology.

Responsibilities

Greet patients in a friendly and professional manner and escort them to the examination room.
Take vital signs and accurately enter results in the patient chart.
Review and update medical history with each patient.
Accurately complete and update patient medical records.
Prepare patients for examination, tests, or procedures.
Perform clinic duties to maintain smooth flow of the clinic.
Notify physician when patient is ready for examination.
Perform ECGs and stress tests according to protocol.
Return patient calls within 24 hours.
Ensure physicians are notified of all pertinent test results.
Refer patients to outside testing and appointments as instructed by the physician.
Schedule hospital procedures as prescribed and coordinate with Pre-Cert dept.
Direct patients to checkout after visit and perform other duties as needed.