Cardiology Manager manages the cardiology department services and staff. Ensures efficient and effective departmental operations, including quality control, patient safety and regulatory compliance. Being a Cardiology Manager implements strategies and programs to deliver new technologies and services and to enhance the level of care available to patients. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Cardiology Manager typically reports to a director. The Cardiology Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Cardiology Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Position Summary
Assist the physician(s) with the examination and treatment of patients; perform routine and non-routine tasks necessary to keep the clinical office running smoothly.
Job Responsibilities
· Provide routine and non-routine care and education to patients, assisting Physician and Charge Nurse as needed; accurately document all care provided in patient chart
· Triage patient calls and responds to all requests within 24 hours, notify Physician of urgent matters and all test results
· Perform clinic duties in efficient manner to maintain smooth flow of clinic; prepare patient for examination, test(s) or procedure(s); conduct physician ordered procedures and referrals, schedule outside facility testing and procedures
· Work in conjunction with Authorization Specialists to ensure all procedures ordered and performed are pre-authorized for reimbursement
· Follow all safety guidelines, adheres to universal blood and body fluid precautions; ensure work & clinical areas are kept clean and neat
· Represent company in a positive manner; adhere to Standards of Behavior; foster positive patient service-oriented working environment & teamwork approach
· Respect and maintain patient privacy at all times
· Take direction for daily assignments from physician’s RN or Nursing Manager.
Qualifications
Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent; completion of accredited certified medical assistant or accredited nursing program. Maintain valid Certification or Louisiana LPN license. A multi-tasked professional with at least 2 years’ experience in performing clinical activities in a medical environment.
Knowledge: Basic medical office procedures and medical terminology with concentration in cardiology; first aid measures; equipment, supplies and instruments used in a medical office; simple routine injections; universal blood and body fluid precautions; OSHA rules and regulations; various forms inherent to profession; patient confidentiality/HIPAA regulations.
Abilities: Must be able to stand for increments of 20 minutes; Must be able to assist in the lifting of patients from a sitting to a standing position or vice versa; must be able to bend or stoop for IV initiation; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with staff members; create a responsive, caring environment for patients; respond promptly to physicians’ directions; maintain medical records in a concise and accurate manner; react quickly in emergency situations; recognize and prevent possible safety hazards; ensure proper maintenance of equipment; communicate clearly and facilitate patient education when warranted; act as advocate and assist physician in meeting the well-being needs of the cardiology patient; exercise good nursing judgment; perform functions that consistently fall within the legal boundaries of profession.
Note: This description indicates in general terms the type and level of work performed and responsibilities held by the employee(s). Duties described are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive.