Medical Assistant (3331)

US Heart and Vascular; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

US Heart and Vascular, at Welch Cardiology in Lafayette, LA, is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our cardiology team. The role focuses on patient intake, vitals, EKGs, history updates, and chart maintenance to support physicians and procedures.

High school diploma or GED and completion of an accredited medical assisting or nursing program are required, with at least 1 year of clinical experience. ECW experience is preferred; cardiology knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of accredited certified medical assistant or accredited nursing program.
• Minimum of 1 year experience performing clinical activities in a medical setting.
• eCW experience preferred but not required.
• Basic knowledge of medical office procedures and terminology with cardiology focus.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort to examination room.
• Take vital signs and record in patient chart.
• Review and update patient medical history.
• Update and maintain patient medical records.
• Prepare patient for examination or procedures.
• Support clinic workflow for efficient operation.
• Notify physician when patient is ready for examination.
• Perform procedures as directed (e.g., EKG, stress tests).
• Return patient calls within 24 hours.
• Ensure physician is notified of pertinent test results.
• Refer patients to outside testing or appointments as instructed.
• Coordinate scheduling of hospital procedures and notify Pre-Cert department.
• Direct patients to checkout after visit.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical support

Vital signs

EHR use

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Medical Assistant or accredited nursing program

Tools

eCW (EHR)

Job description

Medical Assistant (3331)

Welch Cardiology - Beaulilieu - Lafayette, LA 70508

Overview

Position Type: Full Time

Job Shift: Day

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED

Travel Percentage: None

Category: Other Positions

Description

US Heart and Vascular is in need of a Medical Assistant to join our team at Welch Cardiology in LaFayette, LA.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients in a friendly and professional manner and escorts them to the examination room.


• Take vital signs (pulse, blood pressure, temperature) and height and weight measurements; accurately enters results in patient's chart.


• Review and update medical history with each patient.


• Accurately complete and update patient medical record.


• Prepare patient for examination, test(s) or procedure(s).


• Perform clinic duties in efficient manner to maintain smooth flow of clinic.


• Notify physician when patient is ready for examination.


• Perform procedures (ex: EKG, stress test, etc.) according to protocol as needed.


• Return patient calls within 24 hours.


• Ensure that physician is notified of all pertinent test results.


• Refer patients to appropriate outside testing and appointments as instructed by the physician.


• Correctly schedule hospital procedures as prescribed by physician; notify Pre-Cert dept in advance.


• Direct or escort patient to check-out counter upon completion of the visit.


• Perform any other services deemed reasonable by physician or supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Completion of accredited certified medical assistant or accredited nursing program.


• Minimum of 1 year experience in performing clinical activities in a medical environment.


• eCW experience preferred but not required.


• Basic knowledge of medical office procedures and medical terminology with concentration in cardiology.

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