Cardiothoracic Medical Assistant - Care & Scheduling

Eisenhower Medical Center; Rancho Mirage (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage, CA seeks a Scheduling Clerk for the Cardiothoracic Surgery Clinic. You will coordinate patient flow, document care in the EHR, and schedule surgeries across departments to ensure timely, patient‑friendly service.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, Medical Assistant training, and American Heart Association BLS. Two years of scheduling or clinic experience and familiarity with Epic scheduling and Microsoft Office are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or higher and Medical Assistant training.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients to exam/procedure rooms and collect history and vital signs.
• Schedule surgeries and coordinate with departments to prevent delays.
• Verify insurance authorizations for surgeries.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record.

Skills

Epic scheduling

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication

Customer service

Medical terminology

Organization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training

Job description

Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage, CA seeks a Scheduling Clerk for the Cardiothoracic Surgery Clinic. You will coordinate patient flow, document care in the EHR, and schedule surgeries across departments to ensure timely, patient‑friendly service.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, Medical Assistant training, and American Heart Association BLS. Two years of scheduling or clinic experience and familiarity with Epic scheduling and Microsoft Office are preferred.