Medical Assistant (MA) - Cardiology Clinic

About the role

Aurora is a national leader in the prevention and treatment of heart disease, offering advanced surgical procedures and outpatient rehabilitation. As one of Aurora St. Luke's Cardiac Care centers, our cardiac program combines cutting-edge medicine with comprehensive care.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and support their transition into care.
• Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and health screenings.
• Prepare patients for exams and assist providers during procedures.
• Administer medications and vaccines as directed.
• Perform lab-related tasks including specimen collection and point-of-care testing.
• Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
• Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver high-quality, coordinated care.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medical assistant diploma or 2 years of medical assistant experience, or certified MA with 2 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Experience preferred.

Skills

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies. Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present. Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions. Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines. Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed. May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary. Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.

Benefits

Joining AMG means being part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment where innovation and quality care thrive. Your feedback matters, and every teammate’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in this posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in this posting.