Medical Assistant (3114)

US Heart & Vascular; Bellville, Houston (TX, TX); Vor Ort; USD 34.000 - 45.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

US Heart & Vascular is seeking a Medical Assistant to join Memorial Cardiology Associates in Houston, TX. The role requires handling vital signs, EMR documentation, EKG setup, and collaboration with physicians in a cardiology setting.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma or GED, 1 year MA experience or externship, CPR/BCLS, and strong English communication. Occasional travel between locations may be required, with day shifts in a full-time position.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or Texas accredited GED.
• 1 year of Medical Assistant experience, or recent graduation with externship.
• Current Medical Assistant certification or must obtain within 90 days.
• Current BCLS certification.
• Experience administering EKGs.
• Cardiology practice experience preferred but not required.
• Fluent in English with excellent communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Take patient vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, weight, etc.).
• Verify and input patient medications into EMR; update as needed.
• Handle EKG setup, rhythm strips, and printouts; proficiency required.
• Assist physicians with patient exams as needed.
• Manage Holter, event, and loop recorders; proficiency required.
• Conduct stress tests as needed and assist in interpretation.
• Handle prescription refill calls and pharmacy communications.
• Monitor and manage pharmacy samples; remove expired items.
• Respond to patient calls and EMR portal messages; CPR/certifications kept current.
• Move between locations as needed; actively demonstrate teamwork.

Kenntnisse

Vital signs

EMR input

English proficiency

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training program

Tools

EMR system

EKG equipment

Holter monitor

Jobbeschreibung

Job Details

Job Location: MCA - Memorial City Main - Houston, TX 77024

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 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.

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