Medical Assistant

US Heart & Vascular; Derby (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

CME allowance

Mon-Fri schedule

Job summary

Heartland Cardiology in Wichita, KS seeks a full-time Medical Assistant to greet patients, perform basic duties, and support clinicians. The role includes phlebotomy, vital signs, EKGs, scheduling and patient instruction, and ensuring smooth clinic flow.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, MA certification preferred, 1 year medical office experience, and BLS within 1 month. Benefits are included with a Monday–Friday schedule in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred but not required.
• 1 year of medical office experience required.
• 2 years of phlebotomy experience preferred but not required.
• BLS certification required within 1 month of hire.

Responsibilities

• Greet and direct outpatients, visitors, and families to waiting areas, exam rooms and ancillary departments.
• Perform venipuncture (if trained) and finger sticks on lab patients for processing.
• Assist with scheduling TeleMed or Doxyme appointments and provide patient instruction.
• Assist physician and staff with procedures and vital signs.
• Review current medications with patients and document in computer.
• Communicate physician delays to patient and monitor until physician enters exam room.
• Perform EKG on patients as ordered by physician.
• Obtain and document patient information per clinic protocol.
• Coordinate incoming physician schedules and issue memos.
• Keep clinic staff informed of pertinent patient information.
• Clean and sanitize exam rooms; make referrals with nurse guidance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical Assistant experience

Phlebotomy experience

BLS certification

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certification (preferred)

Job description

US Heart and Vascular is in need of a Full-Time Medical Assistant to join our team at Heartland Cardiology in Wichita, KS.Responsibilities:• Greet and direct outpatients, visitors, and families in a pleasant and caring manner to waiting areas, exam rooms and ancillary departments.• Perform venipuncture (if trained) and finger sticks on lab patients for processing.• Assist with scheduling of TeleMed or Doxyme appointments and provide patient instruction.• Assist Clinic physician and/or physician’s staff with any procedures (i.e., vital signs, weight, positioning, disrobing, etc.).• Review current medications with patients and document in computer.• Communicate any physician delays to patient and monitor patient until physician enters exam room.• Perform EKG on patients as ordered by physician.• Obtain and document patient information as per clinic physician’s protocol.• Know incoming physician schedules to organize appointments and issue appropriate memos regarding incoming physician visits.• Keep clinic staff informed of pertinent information regarding patients.• Clean the exam room after each patient and sanitize exam room at the end of each day.• Make referrals for providers as requested, with help and guidance from the provider’s nurse. Provide proper documentation of referrals.• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.Requirements:• High School diploma or equivalent.• Medical Assistant certification preferred but not required.• 1-year medical office experience required• 2 years of phlebotomy experience preferred but not required• BLS certification required within 1 month of hireWhy Choose Us?• Comprehensive benefits package• Monday-Friday schedule• CME allowanceAbout Wichita, KS:Wichita is affordable, with a strong job market in aerospace, healthcare, and manufacturing. The cost of living is low, making homeownership easier. It has a growing arts scene, great schools, and plenty of parks. With urban perks and small-town charm, Wichita is a great place to live.