Medical Assistant

Position: Medical Assistant (1817)
# Medical Assistant (1817)
Heartland - Webb Main - Wichita, KS 67226

Education Level High School Diploma/GED## Description

US Heart and Vascular is in need of a Medical Assistant to join our team at Heartland Cardiology in Wichita, KS.
** Responsibilities:
*** Greet and direct outpatients, visitors, and families in a pleasant and caring manner to waiting areas, exam rooms and ancillary departments.
* Perform venipuncture (if trained) and finger sticks on lab patients for processing.
* Assist with scheduling of Tele Med or Doxyme appointments and provide patient instruction.
* Assist Clinic physician and/or physician’s staff with any procedures (i.e., vital signs, weight, positioning, disrobing, etc.).
* Review current medications with patients and document in computer.
* Communicate any physician delays to patient and monitor patient until physician enters exam room.
* Perform EKG on patients as ordered by physician.
* Obtain and document patient information as per clinic physician’s protocol.
* Know incoming physician schedules to organize appointments and issue appropriate memos regarding incoming physician visits.
* Keep clinic staff informed of pertinent information regarding patients.
* Clean the exam room after each patient and sanitize exam room at the end of each day.
* Make referrals for providers as requested, with help and guidance from the provider’s nurse. Provide proper documentation of referrals.
* Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
** Requirements:
*** High School diploma or equivalent.
* Medical Assistant certification preferred but not required.
* 1-year medical office experience required
* 1 year of phlebotomy experience preferred but not required
* BLS certification required within 1 month of hire
** About Wichita, KS:
** Wichita is affordable, with a strong job market in aerospace, healthcare, and manufacturing. The cost of living is low, making home ownership easier. It has a growing arts scene, great schools, and plenty of parks. With urban perks and small-town charm, Wichita is a great place to live.
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