Medical Assistant - Manhattan Cardiology - FT - Day

Stormont-Vail HealthCare, Inc.; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Stormont Vail HealthCare, Inc. in Manhattan, KS is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff in a fast-paced clinic setting. You will collect patient data, prepare for visits, and document in the EMR while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

The role emphasizes professional communication, teamwork, and adherence to policies, with opportunities to participate in ongoing training and patient-centered care to improve satisfaction and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Successfully completed first semester in an accredited nursing program.
• Successfully completed a medical assistant or patient care technician program.
• A Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, or Patient Care Technician certification may be substituted for the educational requirement.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients, verifies identity and prepares for physician visit with excellent customer service.
• Accurately collects data such as weight, height, vital signs, history and medications and documents in EMR.
• Reports normal test results and confers with physician or nurse as needed and documents in EMR.
• Carries out orders, clarifies questionable orders with physician or nurse and documents in EMR.
• Cleans and prepares exam room for the next patient.
• Medication refills under the physician or APP supervision.
• Completes patient charges in a timely and accurate manner.
• Monitors equipment performance and notifies management of malfunctions.
• Schedules and monitors Holter, MCOT, ECAT and Event monitor activities and related billing.
• Maintains inventory and orders supplies.

Skills

Patient care technique

Communication with staff

Safety awareness

Educational participation

Psychomotor skills

Education

First semester nursing program

MA/PCT program completion

Certified MA / CNA / EMT substitute for education

Job description

Position Status:Full timeShift:First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)Hours per week:40Job InformationExemption Status: Non-ExemptA Brief OverviewThe Medical Assistant works with office staff to assist in the care of patients and provision of support services. Primary duties include providing support for cardiologists' offices and various logistic duties. Medical Assistant has contact with patients on a regular basis. This position is an important member of the patient care team who uses acquired, office-based skills to assist providers and nursing personnel in maintaining efficient workflow to ensure safe, quality care with a patient centered approach focusing on continuity of patient care and satisfaction. Making independent clinical decisions is outside of the scope for this position. Refer clinical questions to the provider or nurse. The delivery of professional nursing care at Stormont Vail Health is guided by Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring and the theory of Shared governance, both of which are congruent with the mission, vision, and values of the organization.Education QualificationsSuccessfully completed first semester in an accredited nursing program. Required orSuccessfully completed a medical assistant or patient care technician program. Required orA Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, or Patient Care Technician certification may be substituted for the educational requirement. RequiredExperience QualificationsExperience in an office or clinic setting. PreferredSkills and AbilitiesKnowledgeable of and follows proper technique for patient care. (Required proficiency)Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate staff in a timely manner. (Required proficiency)Functions with an awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency)Participates actively in educational activities for department. (Required proficiency)Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills. (Required proficiency)Licenses and CertificationsPatient Care Technician - PCTC - AMCA Or an active certification to practice in Kansas as either Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician is required as a substitute for education qualifications. RequiredFirst Responder - RQI Required within 90 days.What you will doGreets patients, verifies identity and prepares for physician visit demonstrating excellent customer service skills.Accurately collects data such as weight, height, vital signs, patient history and medications and documents data in patient’s EMR.Reports normal test results and confers with physician or nurse when needed and documents in EMR.Carries out orders, clarifies questionable orders with physician or nurse and properly documents in EMR.Cleans and prepares exam room for the next patient.Medication refills under the direction of the physician or APP with nursing supervision.Completes patient charges in an accurate and timely manner.Monitors equipment performance such as EKG machine and notifies manager of any malfunctions.Holter, MCOT, ECAT and Event monitor scheduling, monitoring of equipment, processing and billing.Inventories and orders supplies.Required for All JobsComplies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail HealthPerforms other duties as assignedPatient Facing OptionsPosition is Patient FacingRemote Work GuidelinesWorkspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.Remote Work CapabilityOn-Site; No RemoteScopeNo Supervisory ResponsibilityNo Budget ResponsibilityPhysical DemandsBalancing: Occasionally 1-3 HoursCarrying: Occasionally 1-3 HoursClimbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hourClimbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hourCrawling: Rarely less than 1 hourCrouching: Rarely less than 1 hourDriving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hourDriving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hourEye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 HoursFeeling: Occasionally 1-3 HoursGrasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 HoursGrasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 HoursHandling: Frequently 3-5 HoursHearing: Frequently 3-5 HoursKneeling: Occasionally 1-3 HoursLifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbsOperate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hourPulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsPushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsReaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsReaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsRepetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 HoursSitting: Occasionally 1-3 HoursStanding: Occasionally 1-3 HoursStooping: Rarely less than 1 hourTalking: Occasionally 1-3 HoursWalking: Occasionally 1-3 HoursWorking ConditionsBurn: Rarely less than 1 hourChemical: Rarely less than 1 hourCombative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 HoursDusts: Rarely less than 1 hourElectrical: Rarely less than 1 hourExplosive: Rarely less than 1 hourExtreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hourInfectious Diseases: Frequently 3-5 HoursMechanical: Rarely less than 1 hourNeedle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 HoursNoise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 HoursOther Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hourPoor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hourRadiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hourRisk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Rarely less than 1 hourRisk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hourHazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hourVibration: Rarely less than 1 hourWet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hourStormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.