Certified Medical Assistant Float – Earn an Additional $3.00/hr Float Differential

About the role

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – Cardiology Float plays a critical role in supporting both clinical and administrative operations across multiple Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) clinics and providers.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff in gathering key patient information, including chief complaint, vitals, medication lists, allergies, and medical history.
• Perform EKGs, draw blood (venipuncture and finger sticks), and assist in applying and managing cardiac monitoring devices such as holters and telemetry monitors.
• Support diagnostic testing procedures including Nuclear, PET, Stress Testing, Ultrasound, Echocardiography, and Coumadin labs.
• Utilize electronic medical records (EMR) and CPOE for physician orders, lab scheduling, documentation, and form completion (e.g., Home Health, FMLA, handicap license).
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnostic testing procedures and cardiac monitoring equipment.
• Maintain exam room readiness through routine stocking, cleaning, and OSHA-compliant checklists.
• Facilitate patient mobility and flow within clinics, including transport assistance and occasional transport to hospitals.
• Ensure accurate and timely communication with other departments to optimize patient wait times and care coordination.
• Perform front-office duties: schedule appointments, answer calls, check-in/out patients, verify insurance, and maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Serve in other capacities as needed to support the mission and goals of CIS.

Requirements

• Current certification as one of the following: CCMA (National Healthcareer Association), RMA (American Medical Technologists), CMA (American Association of Medical Assistants), NCMA (National Center for Competency Testing).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in various clinical settings.
• Prioritization of patient care and attention to detail.
• Comfortable with traveling to various CIS clinic locations for coverage as needed.
• Commitment to upholding privacy, professionalism, and compassionate patient care.