Medical Assistant (2961)

US Heart and Vascular; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

US Heart and Vascular is seeking a Full-Time Medical Assistant to join Heartland Cardiology in Wichita, KS. This position supports the physician and clinic team with patient check-in, vitals, specimen collection, and basic procedures.

Education includes a High School diploma or GED; Medical Assistant certification is preferred but not required. One year of medical office experience and familiarity with scheduling TeleMed are desirable for applicants.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred but not required.
• 1 year of medical office experience required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and direct outpatients and visitors to waiting areas and exam rooms.
• Perform venipuncture and finger sticks as trained.
• Assist with scheduling TeleMed or Doxyme appointments and provide patient instruction.
• Assist physician and staff with procedures (vital signs, weight, positioning, etc.).
• 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 protocol.
• Know incoming physician schedules to organize appointments and memos.
• Keep clinic staff informed of pertinent information regarding patients.
• Clean the exam room after each patient and sanitize at end of day.
• Make referrals for providers with nurse guidance and document appropriately.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Skills

Patient greeting

Vital signs

Phlebotomy (basic)

EKG (basic)

Telemedicine scheduling support

Medical office experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certification (preferred)

Job description

Medical Assistant (2961)

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.