Cardiology Medical Assistant - Day Shift, Full-Time

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Gilbertsville (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the LVPG-L Cardiology team in Gilbertsville for a full-time day shift. The position supports clinical and clerical duties under supervision, delivering patient-centered care in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates hold a Specialized Diploma in Medical Assistant, demonstrate flexibility, and possess strong EMR/office skills. AHA-BLS certification within 30 days is required, with access to ongoing training and career development.

Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma as a Medical Assistant.
• Ability to accept and adapt to constant change within a healthcare setting.
• Excellent computer skills including EMR, word processing, and Excel.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient and equipment for exams/procedures and maintains exam rooms and clinical area.
• Performs medical history collection and medication refill, per protocol.
• Collects and prepares lab specimens/lab requisitions accurately and schedules and obtains authorizations for referrals and/or procedures.
• Identifies actual or potential patient risks and communicates those risks to the licensed nurse or provider upon recognition.
• Adheres to clerical, clinical, and EMR workflows.
• Performs clerical duties and provides front office support duties such as greeting and welcoming patients and providing excellent customer service both in-person and over the phone.
• Collects co-payments, schedules appointments, updates missing patient demographics, obtains referrals and pre-certifications.

Skills

EMR proficiency

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Specialized Diploma as a Medical Assistant

Tools

EMR

Excel

Word processing

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the LVPG-L Cardiology team in Gilbertsville for a full-time day shift. The position supports clinical and clerical duties under supervision, delivering patient-centered care in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates hold a Specialized Diploma in Medical Assistant, demonstrate flexibility, and possess strong EMR/office skills. AHA-BLS certification within 30 days is required, with access to ongoing training and career development.