Medical Assistant III - Cardiothoracic Surgery

Medical Assistant III - Cardiothoracic Surgery

Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for the Medical Assistant III - Cardiothoracic Surgery role. This position may lead the work of Medical Assistants I and II and act as the primary clinical resource in a large multi‑physician practice. Functions as a Medical Assistant in the department, preparing and maintaining exam rooms, charts, obtaining reports and records; directing patient flow and ensuring the overall smooth running of the clinical office.

• Interacts directly with patients in clinic setting and completes tasks, which may include obtaining vital signs, conducting EKGs, phlebotomy, and verifying medications.
• Prepares for office hours by obtaining charts, scheduling tests and preparing exam rooms.
• Assists with examinations, procedures and lab tests.
• May assist with renewal and authorization of non‑narcotic medications per standing orders and department guidelines.
• May administer medications under the order of physicians or nurse practitioner (this includes vaccines and intramuscular and subcutaneous injections).

• Schedules and assigns work to other Medical Assistants, assists in orienting and training new Medical Assistants.
• Directs patient flow, assists with special procedures/treatments and completes requisitions.
• Routes phone messages, patient questions and telephone communications to appropriate personnel.
• Coordinates care by contacting patients with test results, scheduling appointments, assisting physician with return calls, scheduling surgeries, diagnostic procedures and admissions; and monitors new and return patient contacts, including scheduling of appointments and follow‑up appointments.
• Completes necessary paperwork and documentation in a timely manner.
• Answers basic questions from patient/family regarding treatments, diagnosis and procedures.
• Completes requisitions/orders as per Washington University guidelines.

• Monitors supply inventory, ensuring adequate supplies, equipment or garments are available and comply with regulations.
• Cleans and stocks exam rooms and sterilizes instruments.

• Maintains required HIPAA compliance; maintains skills/competencies and participates in in‑services, staff programs, continuing education and cross‑training programs according to established standards and Washington University policies.
• Complies with OSHA, state and federal regulatory sources/standards.
• Participates in quality improvement activities to ensure appropriate clinical outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Normal office environment.
• Exposure to blood‑borne pathogens.
• Requires protective devices.
• Patient care setting.
• Direct patient care setting.

• Typically sitting at desk or table.
• Typically standing or walking.
• Typically bending, crouching, or stooping.
• Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less).

Education: High school diploma or equivalent or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications / Professional Licenses: Basic Life Support – American Heart Association, Basic Life Support – American Red Cross, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) – National Health career Association (NHA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Licensed Practical Nurse – Illinois/ Missouri, Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – American Medical Technologists (AMT), Registered Nurse, etc.

Work Experience: Relevant experience 3 years.

Driver's License: Not required.

No additional education or certification specified.

Work Experience: Medical Assistant 3 years, Supervisory 1 year.

Skills: Anatomy, Communication, Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Interactive Communication, Interpersonal Relationships, Medical Terminology, Physiology, Telephone Communications.

$19.21 – $28.85 per hour.

Personal: Up to 22 days vacation, 10 recognized holidays, sick time; competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance; free Metro transit U‑Pass; 403(b) retirement savings plan.

Wellness: Wellness…