Certified Medical Assistant - Cardiology

About the role

The Certified Medical Assistant assists in organizing the nursing station and work area to facilitate good work flow. They also organize all written medical information for physician/nurses review and place it in the record in correct order. They proofread appropriate dictation and assist in answering phones for physician, nurse, and receptionist.

Responsibilities

• Avoids delays in patient care by ensuring all tasks are completed promptly.
• Assists in scheduling appointments effectively and efficiently according to patient needs.
• Orders office and medical supplies using cost containment methods.
• Follows all clinic policies including the Nursing Dress Code Policy.
• Interviews patients to determine chief complaints and documents information in the medical record.
• Takes vital signs and documents results.
• Performs office procedures such as sterile urine cath, suture removal, staple removal, or removal of casts under the direction of a N.P., P.A., or physician.
• Orders diagnostic tests, exams, and procedures according to physician's orders.
• Prepares patients for physician exams.
• Gives patients instructions for home care, medications, etc. under N.P., P.A., or physician direction.
• Administers medications orally and subcutaneously under the direction of the N.P., P.A., or physician.
• Administers allergy injections only under the direct supervision of the physician prescriber of the antigen.
• Performs pre-certifications/referrals for insurance companies as necessary.
• Provides patient/family education and reinforces all patient teaching under provider’s direction.
• Schedules procedures/surgeries as necessary.
• Complies with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
• Adheres to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
• Provides excellent customer service and adheres to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School graduate or GED preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program as required by the certifying body.
• Maintain RMA, CMA, or NCMA credentials according to requirements established by the certifying body.
• Provide copy of credentials to Human Resources prior to expiration of certification period.
• Must be a registered or certified Medical Assistant through one of the following: American Med Techs (AMT), American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), National Health Career Association (NHA), American Allied Health (AAH), or National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP).
• If a different credentialing body is presented, it will need reviewed and approved by the Director of Nursing.
• CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire date.

Qualifications

• Works in an office setting during the hours the Clinic is available to patients/families.
• Sitting vs. standing averages to 50-50%.
• Minimal lifting requirements.
• Occasional lifting required for orthopedics, geriatrics, and internal medicine.

Skills

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.
• Basic computer skills.
• Attention to detail.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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