Certified Medical Assistant Cardiologists of Lubbock – Lubbock Heart & Surgical Hospital – Lubbock, TX

Shift: Full Time M-F 8am-5pm

GENERAL SUMMARY

  • ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    • Interacts directly with patients to obtain information for patient records, explain procedures, allay fears, and elicit cooperation.
    • Utilizes standard procedures for the maintenance of positive patient identification, and records appropriate collection information in accordance with established protocol.
    • Responsible for securing precertification and/or preauthorization on any and all procedures as required.
    • Relates results to patients by phone and/or in person according to physician instructions.
    • Enters data into computer system as per protocol.
    • Calls in, faxes, or electronically submits prescriptions as instructed by physician.
    • Takes telephone messages and provides feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy.
    • Gives instructions to patients as directed by physician.
    • Schedules new and follow-up appointments based on established protocol.
    • Performs vital signs and EKGs.
    • Assists in clinic as assigned or needed.
    • Documents and all correspondence in EMR.
    • Completes lab slips and other forms as instructed by physician.
    • Assists in ancillary department as assigned or needed.
    • Performs miscellaneous job related duties as assigned or needed.
    • Complies with OSHA safety and health rules.
    • Uses computer, copier, scanner, and fax machine.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

  • General knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions associated with work.
  • Ability to perform standard EKG procedures and techniques.
  • Ability to accurately complete and maintain EMR documents and records.
  • Ability to understand and follow specific clinical protocol, specifications, and procedures.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Knowledge of relative clinical and patient care regulations, policies, procedures, and standards.
  • Ability to work in a team environment with a minimum of supervision.
  • Demonstrates honesty, integrity, and ethical conduct.
  • Thoroughness
  • Flexibility.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Completion of approved Medical Assistant certification program.
  • Current Medical Assistant certificate.
  • At least one year experience in a clinical setting.
  • Current CPR.

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION

  • Certified Medical Assistant certification required.

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