Medical Assistant

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth communication of protocols, policies, and workflows within our Vascular Care Center recovery area.
• Provide compassionate post-procedure support, including patient comfort, safety, dressing management, and nutritional needs.
• Serve as an essential liaison between physicians, nurses, and patients to promote coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate daily documentation of all patient procedures.
• Auxiliary support for registered nurses during examinations and procedures to ensure the highest standard of patient care.
• Assist with lifting, transferring, and positioning patients between stretchers and wheelchairs.
• Occasional coverage for Front Desk Coordinator duties as needed.
• Collaborate with management to oversee restocking, supply management, and maintaining a sterile environment.
• Safely dispose of biohazardous waste following regulatory guidelines.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to assist with additional tasks or extended hours when required.
• Uphold professionalism in all interactions with patients, staff, and physicians.
• Adhere to HIPAA and office safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management and clinical leadership.

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel between multiple vascular care centers and nursing homes (personal vehicle required).
• Minimum 1 year of patient care experience required.
• Medical Assistant Certification preferred.
• Current BLS Certification (American Heart Association) required.
• Updated physical, vaccines, and titers (PPD/TB, Hep B, MMR, Varicella).
• Covid-19 and flu vaccinations preferred.
• Ability to lift and assist patients safely.
• Comfort working in patient recovery settings.
• Strong assessment abilities and ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.