Medical Assistant - Vascular

SLELS Saint Luke's East Hospital; Lake Lotawana (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Luke’s Health System in Missouri seeks a Medical Assistant for the Vascular Clinic to support patients with vascular health needs in a collaborative specialty setting. You’ll perform rooming, vital signs, pre-visit planning, injections, phlebotomy, medication reviews, and education, while coordinating referrals and follow-ups with providers and nursing staff.

This role blends clinical and administrative duties, relying on strong patient service and meticulous records to ensure smooth

Qualifications

• Less than 1 year of applicable experience.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in the vascular clinic, including rooming patients and obtaining vitals.
• Administer injections and coordinate vaccines; perform phlebotomy as needed.
• Assist providers with procedures and telephone screening.
• Coordinate referrals, testing, and follow-up appointments with the care team.
• Utilize the EMR for documentation and patient care coordination; manage front-office tasks.

Skills

Patient care

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

Customer service

Care coordination

EMR documentation

Education

Basic Life Support certification

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Medical Assistant – Vascular Clinic

Join Saint Luke's Vascular Clinic and play a vital role in supporting patients with vascular health needs. This position combines direct patient care, care coordination, and administrative responsibilities while working alongside providers and nursing staff in a collaborative specialty clinic environment.

What You\'ll Do

Patient Care

• Perform pre-visit planning and prepare patients for appointments
• Room patients and obtain vital signs, medical histories, and other clinical information
• Review medications, allergies, and health information for accuracy
• Administer injections and coordinate vaccines
• Perform phlebotomy as needed
• Assist providers with procedures as needed
• Conduct telephone screening using established protocols
• Deliver exceptional customer service while maintaining a professional and compassionate demeanor

Vascular Clinic Support

• Support physicians and nursing staff in the care of patients with vascular conditions
• Assist with patient education and follow-up care coordination
• Communicate provider instructions regarding diagnostic testing, medications, procedures, and follow-up appointments
• Coordinate referrals, testing, and specialty services as directed
• Support efficient patient flow and clinic operations

Administrative Responsibilities

• Utilize the EMR system for documentation and patient care coordination
• Scan and upload documents into the electronic medical record
• Complete prior authorizations, prescription refill requests, and other administrative tasks as needed
• Schedule appointments, testing, and follow-up visits
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Provide front office coverage as needed
• Perform additional duties based on clinic needs

Why You\'ll Love This Opportunity

• Convenient Lee's Summit location
• Collaborative team of providers and nursing staff
• Opportunity to develop expertise in vascular specialty care
• Meaningful patient interactions and continuity of care
• Diverse responsibilities combining clinical and administrative skills

If you\'re a compassionate, detail-oriented Medical Assistant with excellent customer service skills and a passion for patient care, we\'d love to hear from you!

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience: Less than 1 year

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross

Job Details

Full Time Day (United States of America)

Saint Luke’s Health System includes 18 hospitals and campuses across the Kansas City region, home care and hospice, behavioral health care, dozens of physician practices, a life care senior living community, and more. Find out more about what Saint Luke’s offers: http://www.saintlukeskc.org/about-saint-lukes

Saint Luke’s Health System values our employees and we encourage them to apply to any internal openings.