Certified Medical Assistant Cardiology

Ascension Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Legal and pet insurance

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Medical Assistant at Midtown Heart in Nashville, TN. This full-time, days role supports front-of-house and clinical workflows, prepares treatment environments, and screens patients to ensure they feel welcomed and ready for care.

You’ll document vital signs, transcribe orders for labs and imaging, and help maintain supplies so the care team stays focused on patients. Minimum requirements include BLS, CMA credential, a high school diploma or equivalent, and 1 year of MA

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• CMA certification or equivalent credentialing may be used in lieu of education or experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient visits by preparing treatment environments and conducting initial screenings.
• Document vital signs and care journeys to support clinical decisions.
• Transcribe and process orders for labs and imaging.
• Maintain front-of-house communications and medical supplies so the care team remains focused on patients.

Education

High School diploma equivalency

CMA certification or equivalent credential

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location : Nashville, TN

• Facility : Midtown Heart

• Specialty : Cardiology

• Schedule : Full-time | Days

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Coordinate seamless patient visits by preparing treatment environments and conducting initial screenings to ensure every individual feels welcomed and ready for care

• Capture the patient's story by accurately documenting vital signs and care journeys, providing the medical team with the high-quality data needed for precise clinical decisions.

• Facilitate essential treatments by transcribing and processing orders for labs and imaging, ensuring patients receive the follow-up services they need without delay.

• Support the clinical flow by managing front-of-house communications and maintaining medical supplies so the care team can remain focused on the patient.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Certified Medical Assistant obtained within 4 Months (120 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Approved credentialing bodies include, but may not be limited to: American Medical Technologists, National Healthcare Assoc, National Center for Competency Testing, National Assoc for Health Professionals and American Assoc of Medical Assistants.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Work Experience:

• 1+ years of Medical Assistant experience

Additional Preferences

• Must be willing to work Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 18.67

Max Salary 25.02