Medical Assistant (3546)

US Heart & Vascular; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

US Heart & Vascular in Lafayette, LA is seeking a Medical Assistant to join Cardiology Specialists of Acadiana. You will greet patients, take vitals, review medical history, and prepare patients for exams and procedures in a busy cardiology clinic.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED and completion of CMA or accredited nursing program, with at least two years of clinical experience. Responsibilities include EKGs, chart updates, and coordinating with physicians.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of accredited CMA or accredited nursing program.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in clinical medical activities.
• Basic knowledge of medical office procedures and terminology with cardiology focus.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort to examination room.
• Take vital signs and document in chart.
• Review and update patient medical history and records.
• Prepare patient for examination and procedures.
• Perform procedures per protocol (e.g., EKG, stress test) as needed.
• Notify physician when patient is ready for examination.
• Support clinic flow and scheduling of procedures.

Skills

Patient greeting

Vital signs

Medical history review

Clinical communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Medical Assistant program

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: CSA - Building B1 - Lafayette, LA 70508, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School Diploma/GED, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Other Positions, US Heart and Vascular is in need of a Medical Assistant to join our team at Cardiology Specialists of Acadiana 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 2 years' experience in performing clinical activities in a medical environment.
• Basic knowledge of medical office procedures and medical terminology with concentration in cardiology.

Why Choose Us

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

About Lafayette, LA

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