Medical Office Assistant Cardiac Center SCH

Responsibilities

• Prepare for patient examinations and clinical procedures including acquiring vital signs and EKGs.
• Provide support functions such as scheduling, registration, and receptionist services for the Cardiology Clinic.
• Answer telephones.
• Compile statistics.
• Compose letters and memorandums.
• Establish filing systems.
• Maintain filing systems.
• Maintain logs.
• Proofread documents.
• Research information.
• Schedule appointments.
• Perform EKGs for providers to interpret.
• Obtain, communicate, and record vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, and weight) in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Handle emergency or crisis situations as needed.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree as a Medical Assistant, or completed an equivalent training program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Credential as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.
• One (1) year secretarial/receptionist experience in a hospital, primary care clinic, or physician's office.
• Two (2) years of experience in a medical office setting as a Medical Office Assistant preferred.
• Knowledge of basic patient care and medical office practice and procedures.
• Knowledge of computer equipment, diagnostic equipment, fax, and personal computer operations.