Heart Care CMA: Elevate Patient Experience

Ascension; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plan 403(b)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension in Columbia, TN is hiring for a Full-time role in a Cardiology setting at Saint Thomas Heart Columbia. The position requires BLS certification within 1 month of hire and a CMA credential within 4 months, with a high school-equivalency or relevant experience as stated.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, days shift, with comprehensive health and retirement benefits offered. The role involves coordinating patient visits, documenting vital signs, transcribing orders for labs/imaging, and

Qualifications

• 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: American Medical Technologists, National Healthcare Assoc, National Center for Competency Testing, National Assoc for Health Professionals and American Assoc of Medical Assistants.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

Ascension in Columbia, TN is hiring for a Full-time role in a Cardiology setting at Saint Thomas Heart Columbia. The position requires BLS certification within 1 month of hire and a CMA credential within 4 months, with a high school-equivalency or relevant experience as stated.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, days shift, with comprehensive health and retirement benefits offered. The role involves coordinating patient visits, documenting vital signs, transcribing orders for labs/imaging, and