Cardiology Medical Assistant – Growth, Benefits, No Weekends

Merit Health; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, lifeInsurance

Generous PTO

401(k) with company match

Licensure/certification reimbursement

Student loan support

Rewards and recognition

Career development

Pet, identity, legal insurance options

Job summary

Merit Health in Flowood, MS is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a medical provider. You will assist with procedures, maintain exam rooms, facilitate patient intake, and help ensure efficient clinic operations with excellent service to patients and staff.

The role emphasizes vital signs collection, exam room prep/cleanup, patient communication, and coordination of administrative duties.

Qualifications

• Completion of Medical Assistant program from an accredited school preferred
• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or externship required

Responsibilities

• Assists providers with non-invasive medical procedures, such as taking vital signs and preparing patients for exams.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms before patient visits and clinical procedures.
• Performs patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information as directed by licensed personnel or providers.
• Reviews and maintains daily logs and documentation.
• Supports administrative duties, including pre-registering patients, scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, verifying insurance eligibility, and managing clinic communications.
• Maintains an organized workload while providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to providers, patients, and visitors.
• Monitors and requisitions supplies and equipment to ensure appropriate inventory levels and functionality.
• Educates patients on medications, diets, and other health-related topics, addressing questions to ensure understanding.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Medical office procedures

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Infection control

Time management

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Critical thinking

Education

Medical Assistant program

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR / Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Merit Health in Flowood, MS is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a medical provider. You will assist with procedures, maintain exam rooms, facilitate patient intake, and help ensure efficient clinic operations with excellent service to patients and staff.

The role emphasizes vital signs collection, exam room prep/cleanup, patient communication, and coordination of administrative duties.