Medical Assistant (2960)

US Heart and Vascular; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

US Heart and Vascular is seeking a Full-Time Medical Assistant to join Heartland Cardiology in Wichita, KS. Responsibilities include assisting physicians, taking vital signs, performing EKGs, and processing patient information in the clinic environment.

The ideal candidate has a High School diploma or equivalent, 1 year of medical office experience, and BLS certification within 1 month of hire. Certification is preferred but not required, with phlebotomy experience a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 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 within 1 month of hire.

Responsibilities

• Greet and direct outpatients, visitors, and families to waiting areas and exam rooms.
• 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 take vital signs, weight, and positioning.
• Review medications with patients and document in computer.
• Communicate physician delays to patients and monitor them until arrival.
• Perform EKGs as ordered by physician.
• Obtain patient information per clinic protocol and organize schedules.
• Keep staff informed of pertinent patient information and sanitize exam rooms daily.
• Make referrals for providers with nurse guidance and document referrals.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certification preferred but not required

1-year medical office experience required

2 years of phlebotomy experience preferred

BLS certification within 1 month of hire

Job description

Medical Assistant (2960)

Heartland - Webb Main - Wichita, KS 67226

Overview

• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: High School Diploma/GED
• Category: Other Positions

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 hire

About 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.