Medical Assistant (3283)

US Heart and Vascular; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

CME allowance

Mon-Fri schedule

Job summary

US Heart and Vascular seeks a full-time Medical Assistant to support multiple Texas clinics in College Station, Cypress, and Houston areas. The role handles patient intake, vital signs, EMR documentation, and coordination with physicians.

You will perform EKGs, manage lab orders, and schedule follow-ups, ensuring accuracy and timely communication. A high school diploma and completion of an MA program are required, with preference for cardiac experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant program.
• Experience in administration of EKG's is required.
• Cardiac experience is preferred but not required.
• High School diploma or Texas accredited GED.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients to obtain medical history and current medical concerns.
• Measures vital signs such as pulse rate, blood pressure, weight, and height and records information in patients’ charts.
• Preps patient charts for next day clinic.
• Reviews testing appointments to confirm there are orders for imaging; if order is missing, submit order with billable diagnosis codes utilizing ICD master list.
• Verifies and inputs patient medications into EMR. Making changes and additions as needed to the medication list.
• Access hospital EMRs as needed.
• Provides H&P and labs to ASC team at least 2 days in advance of case.
• Fill out surgery patient sheet to flag cases for ASC.
• Runs “missed appointment” query to identify patients that need to be rescheduled on a weekly basis.
• Responsible for EKG. Entering orders with correct physician and diagnosis.
• Accurate lead placement. (Proficiency Required). Charging equipment after each clinic. Notify the clinical manager if equipment is malfunctioning.
• Operates electrocardiograph (EKG), treadmill, and other equipment to administer routine diagnostic test
• Takes pharmacy phone calls, reviews charts, and calls in prescription refills.
• Receives and returns portal messages in the EMR.
• Return patient calls/tasks, even if only to acknowledge receipt of the voicemail, and that an answer is being sought. Return calls within 2 hours.
• Add follow up documentation in clinical notes when task is completed (ie. Called patient to deliver results, scheduled follow up, etc).
• Schedules patients follow up visits during clinic appt.
• Thoroughly reviews testing instructions with patients at check out.
• May also be responsible for insurance precertification, prior authorization (until fully transitioned to the billing team).
• May be required to move between locations as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

EKG administration

Medical assistance experience

Cardiac experience (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Medical Assistant (3283)

Overview

DVV - College Station - College Station, TX 77845; DVV - Cypress - Houston, TX 77065; DVV - Kingwood - Kingwood, TX 77339

Position Type

Full Time

Job Shift

Day

Education Level

High School Diploma/GED

Travel Percentage

Up to 50%

Category

Other Positions

Description

US Heart and Vascular is in need of a Full-time Medical Assistant to join our team at Davis Vein and Vascular in College Station, TX

Responsibilities:

• Interviews patients to obtain medical history and current medical concerns.
• Measures vital signs such as pulse rate, blood pressure, weight, and height and records information in patients’ charts.
• Preps patient charts for next day clinic
• Reviews testing appointments to confirm there are orders for imaging; if order is missing, submit order with billable diagnosis codes utilizing ICD master list.
• Verifies and inputs patient medications into EMR. Making changes and additions as needed to the medication list.
• Access hospital EMRs as needed.
• Provides H&P and labs to ASC team at least 2 days in advance of case
• Fill out surgery patient sheet to flag cases for ASC.
• Runs “missed appointment” query to identify patients that need to be rescheduled on a weekly basis.
• Responsible for EKG. Entering orders with correct physician and diagnosis.
• Accurate lead placement. (Proficiency Required). Charging equipment after each clinic. Notify the clinical manager if equipment is malfunctioning.
• Operates electrocardiograph (EKG), treadmill, and other equipment to administer routine diagnostic test
• Takes pharmacy phone calls, reviews charts, and calls in prescription refills.
• Receives and returns portal messages in the EMR.
• Return patient calls/tasks, even if only to acknowledge receipt of the voicemail, and that an answer is being sought. Return calls within 2 hours.
• Add follow up documentation in clinical notes when task is completed (ie. Called patient to deliver results, scheduled follow up, etc).
• Schedules patients follow up visits during clinic appt.
• Thoroughly reviews testing instructions with patients at check out.
• May also be responsible for insurance precertification, prior authorization (until fully transitioned to the billing team).
• May be required to move between locations as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements:

• Completion of a Medical Assistant program
• Experience in administration of EKG's is required
• Cardiac Experience is preferred but not required
• High School diploma or Texas accredited GED

Why Choose Us?

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Monday-Friday schedule
• CME allowance

About College Station, TX

College Station, TX offers a welcoming community with a strong local economy and a comfortable, affordable cost of living. The city features attractive neighborhoods, great parks, and a growing selection of restaurants and entertainment options. Its central location provides easy access to larger Texas cities while still maintaining a relaxed, small-city feel. With a friendly atmosphere and a high quality of life, College Station is a great place to put down roots.