Medical Assistant II (Cardiology)

Quick Facts

• Title: Medical Assistant II (Cardiology)

• Schedule: Full-time, Days (8-hour shifts)

• Weekly hours: 40

• Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

• Travel: Sacramento and Elk Grove; as needed to Folsom and Jackson

Description

Provides clinical and clerical support to cardiology providers and members of the patient care team by performing back-office and patient-related tasks that support delivery of high-quality patient care. Helps ensure smooth patient and workflow within the department and assists the patient care team in implementing the medical plan of care under the direction of a clinician.

Responsibilities

• Perform back-office and patient-related tasks to support the medical plan of care

• Support smooth patient flow and departmental workflow

• Use patient interaction and technical competence to promote patient understanding and cooperation

• Perform all duties under clinician direction

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program (diploma required within 90 days)

• Medical Assistant externship completion (160 hours; verified on the MA school website)

• BLS (Basic Life Support) Healthcare Provider certification

• 1 year of recent relevant experience

• Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, medical terminology, and medical procedures/equipment

• Competent in basic medical assisting skills (vital signs, preparing patients for exam, administering injections)

• Ability to interpret instructions/data from written, oral, diagram, or schedule forms

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for explaining sensitive information

• Time management and organization skills; ability to prioritize and work within standardized procedures

• Basic computer knowledge (Microsoft Office Suite) and EHR familiarity

Benefits

• Benefits available through a comprehensive total rewards program

• Pay range: $29.28 to $40.99 per hour (based on primary work location; may vary for other locations)