Medical Assistant

Paycom; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

CME allowance

Mon–Fri schedule

Job summary

Houston Cardiovascular Associates is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support our cardiovascular team in Houston, TX. Responsibilities include taking patient histories, measuring vitals, preparing charts for next-day clinics, and entering medications in the EMR.

The role requires EKG administration and strong patient communication. Completion of a Medical Assistant program is required; cardiac care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant program.
• Experience in administration of EKGs is required.
• Cardiac care exposure is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to obtain medical history and concerns.
• Measure vital signs and record in charts.
• Prepare patient charts for next day clinic.
• Submit imaging orders and code diagnoses in ICD master list.
• Input and verify medications in EMR.
• Access hospital EMRs as needed.
• Provide H&P and labs to ASC team 2 days in advance.
• Schedule follow-up visits and check-outs.
• Perform EKG and operating related equipment.
• Handle prescription refills and patient portal messages.
• Follow up with patients and document outcomes.

Skills

EKG administration

Vital signs

EMR charting

Education

Medical Assistant program completion

Tools

EMR system

Job description

US Heart and Vascular is in need of a Full-time Medical Assistant to join our team at Houston Cardiovascular Associates in Houston, TX.Responsibilities:• Interviews patients to obtain medical history and current medical concerns.• Measures vital signs such as pulse rate, blood pressure, weight, and height and records information in patients’ charts.• Preps patient charts for next day clinic• Reviews testing appointments to confirm there are orders for imaging; if order is missing, submit order with billable diagnosis codes utilizing ICD master list.• Verifies and inputs patient medications into EMR. Making changes and additions as needed to the medication list.• Access hospital EMRs as needed.• Provides H&P and labs to ASC team at least 2 days in advance of case• Fill out surgery patient sheet to flag cases for ASC.• Runs “missed appointment” query to identify patients that need to be rescheduled on a weekly basis.• Responsible for EKG. Entering orders with correct physician and diagnosis.• Accurate lead placement. (Proficiency Required). Charging equipment after each clinic. Notify the clinical manager if equipment is malfunctioning.• Operates electrocardiograph (EKG), treadmill, and other equipment to administer routine diagnostic test• Takes pharmacy phone calls, reviews charts, and calls in prescription refills.• Receives and returns portal messages in the EMR.• Return patient calls/tasks, even if only to acknowledge receipt of the voicemail, and that an answer is being sought. Return calls within 2 hours.• Add follow up documentation in clinical notes when task is completed (ie. Called patient to deliver results, scheduled follow up, etc).• Schedules patients follow up visits during clinic appt.• Thoroughly reviews testing instructions with patients at check out.• May also be responsible for insurance precertification, prior authorization (until fully transitioned to the billing team).• May be required to move between locations as needed.• Performs other duties as required.Requirements:• Completion of a Medical Assistant program• Experience in administration of EKG's is required• Cardiac Experience is preferred but not required• High School diploma or Texas accredited GEDWhy Choose Us?• Comprehensive benefits package• Monday-Friday schedule• CME allowanceAbout Houston, TX:Houston is a diverse city with a booming job market in energy, healthcare, and tech. It has no state income tax, an affordable cost of living, and world-class dining and entertainment. Green spaces, museums, and pro sports teams add to its appeal. Whether for career growth or culture, Houston has it all.