Medical Assistant (2962)

US Heart and Vascular; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

US Heart and Vascular is seeking a Medical Assistant to join Memorial Cardiology Associates in Houston, TX. The role supports patient care by taking vital signs, inputting medications into the EMR, performing EKGs, and assisting physicians during exams.

You will manage Holter monitor hook-ups, stress tests, prescription refills, and patient communications. A high school diploma, MA certification (or within 90 days), CPR/BCLS, and English proficiency are required, with cardiology experience

Qualifications

• High school diploma or Texas accredited GED.
• 1 year of Medical Assistant experience, or recent graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program with completion of externship.
• Current MA certification or must obtain within 90 days of hire date.
• Current BCLS certification.
• Must have experience in administration of EKG's.
• Cardiology practice experience preferred but not required.
• Fluently speaks, reads, and writes English.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Takes patient vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, weight, etc.).
• Verifies and inputs patient medications into EMR. Making changes and additions as needed to the medication list.
• Responsible for EKG, rhythm strip, and signal average EKG hook-ups and printouts. (Proficiency Required)
• Assist physicians with patient exams as needed.
• Responsible for Holter monitor hook-ups and removals, event recorders and Loop recorders. (Proficiency Required)
• Ability to perform stress tests as needed and to assist in test interpretation.
• Takes pharmacy phone calls, reviews charts, and calls in prescription refills.
• Monitors pharmacy samples, removing them from stock as expired.
• Receives and returns phone calls from patients and other external sources. Receives and returns portal messages in the EMR.
• Maintains current CPR and Medical Assistant certification.
• Actively demonstrates teamwork at all times.
• Performs other duties as required.
• May also be responsible for insurance precertification, prior authorization, procedure/surgery scheduling and coordinating transfers and admissions.
• May be required to move between locations as needed.

Skills

EKG proficiency

Vital signs

Medical terminology

English fluency

CPR certification

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Medical Assistant (2962)

Overview

Education Level

High School Diploma/GED

Category

Other Positions

Description

Us Heart and Vascular is in need of a Medical Assistant to join Memorial Cardiology Associates in Houston TX.

Responsibilities:

• Takes patient vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, weight, etc.)
• Verifies and inputs patient medications into EMR. Making changes and additions as needed to the medication list.
• Responsible for EKG, rhythm strip, and signal average EKG hook-ups and printouts. (Proficiency Required)
• Assist physicians with patient exams as needed.
• Responsible for Holter monitor hook-ups and removals, event recorders and Loop recorders. (Proficiency Required)
• Ability to perform stress tests as needed and to assist in test interpretation.
• Takes pharmacy phone calls, reviews charts, and calls in prescription refills.
• Monitors pharmacy samples, removing them from stock as expired.
• Receives and returns phone calls from patients and other external sources. Receives and returns portal messages in the EMR.
• Maintains current CPR and Medical Assistant certification.
• Actively demonstrates teamwork at all times.
• Performs other duties as required.
• May also be responsible for insurance precertification, prior authorization, procedure/surgery scheduling and coordinating transfers and admissions.
• May be required to move between locations as needed.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or Texas accredited GED
• 1 year of Medical Assistant experience, or recent graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program with completion of program externship.
• Current Medical Assistant certification or must obtain within 90 days of hire date.
• Current BCLS certification.
• Must have experience in administration of EKG's.
• Cardiology practice experience preferred but not required.
• Fluently speaks, reads, and writes English
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

About Memorial City:

Memorial City is a vibrant, Mixed-use district in West Houston, Texas, known for its combination of commercial, residential and recreational spaces. Anchored by the sprawling Memorial City Mall, the area offers a wide range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, one of the largest hospitals in the region, serves as a key landmark, providing top-tier healthcare services. The area is also home to several corporate offices, luxury hotels, and high-end apartments, making it a dynamic hub for both professionals and families. with easy access to major highways like I-10, Memorial City is conveniently located for those commuting to downtown Houston or the Energy Corridor, making it a desirable place to live, work, and visit.