Cardiology Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Procedures

Memorial Hermann Health System; Columbus (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System seeks a capable Medical Assistant to support providers in multiple clinical areas. You will assist with examinations, diagnostic studies, procedures and dressing changes under physician direction, while ensuring patient safety and compliance with standards.

The role emphasizes accurate charting, patient communications, and flexibility to float to different clinics as needed, with priority on compassionate, efficient care for every patient.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; graduate from a Medical Assistant program.
• Eligible for certification by AMT or AAMA or NHA or NAHP within 12 months of hire.
• Current American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
• Six months MA experience or completion of externship is required; specialty clinic experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain good communications with patients, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical support under physician supervision across clinics such as CCC, Urgent Care, Urology, OBGYN and Mental Health.
• Perform patient care tasks including vitals, specimen collection, EKGs and basic procedures.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist with procedures and treatments.
• Operate and monitor clinical equipment; ensure proper documentation in EMR.
• Support lab tests per policies and maintain universal precautions.

Skills

Medical Assistant experience

Communication skills

ICD9/10 CPT coding

Flexibility to float to other clinics

Phlebotomy experience desired

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program graduate

Certification eligibility within 12 months (AMT/AAMA/NHA/NAHP)

BLS/CPR certification within 30 days

Tools

EMR system experience

EKG equipment operation

Job description

Memorial Hermann Health System seeks a capable Medical Assistant to support providers in multiple clinical areas. You will assist with examinations, diagnostic studies, procedures and dressing changes under physician direction, while ensuring patient safety and compliance with standards.

The role emphasizes accurate charting, patient communications, and flexibility to float to different clinics as needed, with priority on compassionate, efficient care for every patient.