What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at American Heart Center PC?
Certified Medical Assistant for busy cardiology office. Cardiology experience preferred. Should have experience working in an EMR and be able to multitask. Fax resume to 732-455-3191. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! Must be able to pass a drug test & background check. Shifts are Monday-Friday 9:00am am to 5:00 pm. Must have MA certification, a professional appearance, upbeat attitude, a pleasant disposition, and flexible schedule. Administrative Duties (may include, but not limited to):
Administrative Tasks
- Using computer applications
- Answering telephones
- Greeting patients
- Updating and filing patient medical records
- Coding and filling out insurance forms
- Scheduling appointments
- Arranging for hospital admissions and laboratory services
- Handling correspondence, billing, and bookkeeping
Clinical Duties (may include, but not limited to):
- Taking medical histories
- Explaining treatment procedures to patients
- Preparing patients for examination
- Assisting the physician during exams
- Instructing patients about medication and special diets
- Preparing and administering medications as directed by a physician
- Authorizing prescription refills as directed
- Taking electrocardiograms
Additionally, knowledge in Cardiology is a MAJOR plus. At least a working knowledge of EMR (preferably Allscripts PM and Pro EHR) and Microsoft programs is required. Company offers paid holidays and the following benefits after 90-day probation: paid time off consisting of 3 sick and 2 personal days, and generously cost-shared medical insurance. After one year of full time work (one year from completion of probation) the Company offers one week (5 days) paid vacation and a restart of the same sick/personal days. Company also offers SIMPLE IRA for all long-term employees.
For more information, please visit our website at www.americanheartcenterpc.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Medical specialties:
- Cardiology
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
- In-person
- Office
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
- Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $20