Pediatric Cardiology Medical Support Specialist

OU Health; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

OU Health in Tulsa Pediatric Cardiology Clinic is seeking a Medical Support Assistant to assist physicians and APPs in ambulatory care. You will take vitals, collect patient histories, manage referrals, and handle calls while ensuring patient comfort and clear instruction adherence.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and teamwork with clinicians, and includes duties from stocking rooms to assisting with procedures as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0–3 years of patient care experience preferred.
• BLS certification required upon hire.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care by taking vitals, patient history, referrals, and patient phone messages under direct supervision.
• Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact.
• Contributes to assessment/re-assessment of patients and monitors patient status.
• Manages large call volume while maintaining excellent telephone etiquette.
• Organizes workflow to meet patient needs in a timely manner.
• May retrieve and transport instruments and supplies.
• Stocking exam rooms, taking inventory, and ordering supplies.
• Performs cleaning, sterilization and/or high-level disinfection of scopes, instruments, and equipment.
• Makes scheduling arrangements with other healthcare professionals and facilities.
• Assists with procedures and maintains sterile field and specimen labeling.
• Gathers and documents information about patient condition, labs, pain levels, nutrition, and potential complications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

Professional communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Composure under pressure

Patient interaction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

OU Health in Tulsa Pediatric Cardiology Clinic is seeking a Medical Support Assistant to assist physicians and APPs in ambulatory care. You will take vitals, collect patient histories, manage referrals, and handle calls while ensuring patient comfort and clear instruction adherence.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and teamwork with clinicians, and includes duties from stocking rooms to assisting with procedures as needed.