Medical Assistant Cardiology

About the role

A Medical Assistant at Intermountain Health is accountable for providing care to patients in an ambulatory clinic setting, focusing on both acute and chronic needs. This role involves clear communication with patients through telephone and in-person interactions, supporting the clinical team to ensure high-quality patient care. Intermountain values career advancement, offering paths to roles such as Medical Assistant Senior, Registered Nurse, Practice Manager, and more, along with up to $5,250 annually for education assistance.

Responsibilities

• Providing Patient Care: Under the direction of the Clinician, assist the provider in gathering information relevant to the patient’s visit and condition.
• Effective Communication: Communicate clearly with patients through various modalities, including telephone and in-person interactions.
• Team Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams to collaborate on patient care, ensuring attention to detail and follow-through.

Requirements

• Current American Heart Association (BLS) for healthcare providers (must be obtained prior to start date).
• One of the following: Proof of completion of a Medical Assistant Program, at least one year of Medical Assistant work experience, or a current active and in good standing RN/LPN license to practice nursing in Montana.
• Demonstrated basic computer skills involving word processing and data entry.
• Professional manner and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with patients and fellow caregivers to deliver high customer/patient satisfaction.
• Ability to protect privacy, confidentiality, and Protected Health Information (PHI) of patients, members, and caregivers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an outpatient clinic or other healthcare setting.
• Computer literacy in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems and other relevant software.
• Current national MA certification from one of the following: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) of AMT, National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) of the AAMA.

Physical Demands

• Ongoing need to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, and identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions requiring verbal communication, hearing, and understanding spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly, especially during emergencies.
• Manual dexterity to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision, including frequent computer use and typing.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients, bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment, including heavy items.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining/distributing supplies and equipment, including pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment.
• Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.).
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for extended periods.
• For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle, which involves sitting, seeing, and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; no weekends or holidays.

Pay

The hourly range for this position is $20.07 - $28.59, dependent upon experience.

Benefits

Intermountain provides a generous benefits package covering a wide range of programs to foster wellness, including mind, body, and spirit. Benefits include education assistance up to $5,250 annually. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.