Cardiology Medical Assistant: Patient Care Specialist

Memorial Hermann Health System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct and indirect patient care under physician supervision in a busy clinical setting. You will document in the medical record, collect vital signs, prepare patients for exams, and assist with treatments and procedures.

The role requires a Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited program and CPR certification within 30 days of hire; experience in a designated specialty is preferred.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited school.
• Clinical education and/or experience may substitute for MA certificate.
• CPR certification current within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct and indirect patient care under physician supervision.
• Documents care provided in the patient medical record per policy.
• Collects vital signs, demographics, medications and allergies.
• Prepares patient for examination and assists with treatments.
• Administers medications as directed using five rights.
• Handles patient phone calls, triages appointments and coordinates referrals.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Documentation

Phone triage

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

Clinical education/experience substitution

Job description

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct and indirect patient care under physician supervision in a busy clinical setting. You will document in the medical record, collect vital signs, prepare patients for exams, and assist with treatments and procedures.

The role requires a Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited program and CPR certification within 30 days of hire; experience in a designated specialty is preferred.