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Cardiology Medical Assistant or Electrocardiogram Technician 

Category Back Office  
Description

Our comprehensive cardiology group is expanding and looking to add to our team.

Cardiac Solutions utilizes a personalized, team-oriented approach to patient care promoting wellness through education, innovation, and technology. We offer intensive educational opportunities for patients through our disease management clinics and employ a multidisciplinary approach which includes physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, pharmacy support, medical assistants, and additional clinical and non-clinical support teams. Our focus helps to prevent the progression of heart disease and minimize patient hospital admissions.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

This role is responsible for various Medical Assistant tasks, this is not an all-inclusive list nor is the position guaranteed to perform each and every function. The incumbent may be required to travel to all West-Valley Practice Office locations, pay ranging from $18.50 to $23.00+ per hour depending on experience and education. This position may also eligible for a $1,000 Sign-On Bonus.

  • Brings arrived patients back according to the patient’s scheduled appointment time.
  • Requests recent medication list from patient or offers them a medication card to complete and then reviews medications with patient to ensure accuracy.
  • Takes and records patient’s vital signs.
  • Obtains updated information from patient, such as recent hospitalizations, recent cardiac tests from other facilities, allergies/reactions, and pharmacy name/location.
  • Ensures patient’s chart is updated with all pertinent information prior to their appointment.
  • Reviews patient’s orders tab to check for needed ECG or any other necessary testing during appointment.
  • Checks and follows up on in process assignments weekly.
  • Responsible for refills in both Faxcom and the EMR system(s).
  • Stocks cubbies with necessary supplies
  • Ensures ECG machines are continuously working properly.
  • Checks the schedule for each day to review scheduled patients and confirm the physicians that are in the office.
  • Responsible for checking the physician’s folders and distributing items.
  • Coordinates with other inner-office departments for requested checks and testing.
  • Maintains and stocks area, samples closet and exam rooms.
  • Responsible for plugging in and powering off laptops at the end of each clinic day.
  • Works with department point of contact to keep patient flow organized and efficient.
  • Assists other departments with patients and task assignments.
  • Updates Reps phone numbers and ensures they are accurate.
  • Maintains clean and clutter-free work area.
  • Creates and routes phone notes to the appropriate person or department
  • Responds to all patient questions, returns all calls and voicemails within 24 hours.
  • Processes and completes all items assigned in the clinical check out bucket within 24 hours.
  • Sort and process all documents in Faxcom that is assigned to triage
  • Assist with processing of any prescription refills
  • Review all Rx renewals daily for any unmatched patients
  • Checks cardiac clearance and clarification folders routinely
  • Creates and routes all cardiac clearance request as appropriate.
  • Creates and routes all dental clearance requests as appropriate
  • Address after hours phone notes for Physicians if not previously addressed
  • Check emails, clinical check out flags, and patient portal messages and respond as needed daily.
  • Process all Patient Assistance and Prior Authorization forms, documents, and flags
  • Other duties as assigned.
 
Position Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
  • Knowledge of HIPAA & OSHA regulations
  • Knowledge of medical practice and patient care
  • Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
  • Skill in taking vitals and ECG’s.
  • Ability to travel to all office locations.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced-environment and work well under pressure.
  • Ability to work effectively and efficiently with others.

 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

  • Must have successfully completed and graduated from a Medical Assistant, Electrocardiogram Technician, or equivalent program.
  • Minimum of one (1) year experience in a medical office or health care field as a Medical Assistant or equivalent preferred.
  • Experience working in a Cardiology office preferred.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent customer service skills and detail oriented.
  • Medical terminology and familiarity with cardiac medications strongly preferred.

 

DRESS CODE/UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS:

This position is required to wear Cardiac Solutions approved uniform. No scrubs or uniform tees, other than Cardiac Solutions’ approved scrubs and tees are permissible.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the following physical/work environment functions apply:

  • Sit, stand, walk, talk, or hear.
  • Type, utilizing a computer keyboard and mouse
  • May lift up to 25 lbs.
  • Utilize a multiline telephone system.
  • May need to assist patients by assessing the situation and providing or seeking in office or outside assistance while exercising appropriate body mechanics.
 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Shift Days  
Minimum Education  
Travel Requirements  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt  
Location All Offices  
About the Organization Cardiac Solutions is a medical, physician-owned business that provides a comprehensive range of cardiac health services to the general public and referred patients. Founded in 1984 by Dr. Joseph Caplan, our clinics have established a solid reputation for innovative cardiology treatments and personalized cardiovascular care. We are proud of our status as the West Valley's leading cardiology team, specializing in YOUR total heart care. Our board-certified cardiologists always put your treatment and care first, allowing you to have the peace of mind knowing that your heart is in good hands.

With our intensive educational opportunities through nurse-directed clinics, we help prevent the progression of heart disease by offering extensive cardiology testing. Our main goal is to avoid hospital admissions by accurately diagnosing and treating cardiac problems at the earliest possible stage. During this process, you not only build a relationship with your physician, but with the many members of our TEAM, all of whom are focused on YOUR heart health.  
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  

This position is currently not accepting applications.

To search for an open position, please go to http://JOSEPHACAPLANMDPCdbaCardiacSolutions.appone.com



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