Medical Assistant (2845)

US Heart & Vascular; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

US Heart and Vascular seeks a Medical Assistant for Cardiology Specialists of Acadiana in Lafayette, LA. The role features day shifts, full-time hours, and interactions with cardiology patients.

Responsibilities include vital signs, history review, and assisting with examinations and procedures in a busy clinic setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of accredited certified medical assistant or accredited nursing program.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in clinical medical settings.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort to examination room.
• Take vital signs and record in chart.
• Update medical history with each patient.
• Prepare patient for examination or procedures.
• Perform clinic duties to maintain smooth flow of the clinic.
• Notify physician when patient is ready for examination.
• Conduct procedures (e.g., EKG, stress test) per protocol.

Skills

Vital signs

Clinical procedures

Patient interaction

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Medical Assistant program

Tools

eCW

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: CSA - Building B1 - Lafayette, LA 70508

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Other Positions

US Heart and Vascular is in need of a Medical Assistant to join our team at Cardiology Specialists of Acadiana in LaFayette, LA.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients in a friendly and professional manner and escorts them to the examination room.
• Take vital signs (pulse, blood pressure, temperature) and height and weight measurements; accurately enters results in patient's chart.
• Review and update medical history with each patient.
• Accurately complete and update patient medical record.
• Prepare patient for examination, test(s) or procedure(s).
• Perform clinic duties in efficient manner to maintain smooth flow of clinic.
• Notify physician when patient is ready for examination.
• Perform procedures (ex: EKG, stress test, etc.) according to protocol as needed.
• Return patient calls within 24 hours.
• Ensure that physician is notified of all pertinent test results.
• Refer patients to appropriate outside testing and appointments as instructed by the physician.
• Correctly schedule hospital procedures as prescribed by physician; notify Pre-Cert dept in advance.
• Direct or escort patient to check-out counter upon completion of the visit.
• Perform any other services deemed reasonable by physician or supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of accredited certified medical assistant or accredited nursing program.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in performing clinical activities in a medical environment.
• eCW experience preferred but not required.
• Basic knowledge of medical office procedures and medical terminology with concentration in cardiology.

About Lafayette, LA

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