Job Summary
Join our dynamic cardiology team as a Medical Assistant, where your enthusiasm and expertise will directly enhance patient care and streamline clinical operations. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive support a top Cardiologist and healthcare providers, ensuring smooth patient flow from intake through treatment. Your energetic approach will help create a welcoming environment for patients while maintaining high standards of clinical excellence. Whether assisting with outpatient visits, inpatient procedures, or urgent care cases, your dedication will make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives every day.
Duties
- Greet patients warmly, verify their information, and facilitate efficient check-in processes using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
- Measure and record vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature to assist in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Prepare patients for examinations by explaining procedures, collecting medical histories, and documenting relevant information with precision.
- Assist cardiologists during diagnostic procedures including EKGs (electrocardiograms), X-rays, and other outpatient or inpatient tests within Level I Trauma Center standards.
- Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to safety protocols.
- Manage medical supplies and equipment inventory, including sterilization of tools and setup for procedures in various settings such as clinics or the OR (Operating Room).
- Perform basic ICD coding (International Classification of Diseases) for billing purposes and ensure accurate documentation of patient encounters.
- Support patient education efforts on topics like physiology, anatomy, geriatrics, or emergency medicine to promote understanding and compliance.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and hospital medicine practices across diverse specialties including dermatology, internal medicine, geriatrics, and medical-surgical care.
- Proven experience in hospital settings such as Level II trauma centers or Level I trauma centers with exposure to emergency medicine protocols.
- Skilled in using EHR systems for documentation, appointment scheduling, and patient data management with attention to detail.
- Excellent patient service skills with a compassionate approach to intake procedures and ongoing patient care across outpatient and inpatient environments.
- Ability to perform vital signs collection accurately and efficiently while maintaining patient comfort.
- Familiarity with ICD coding processes for billing accuracy; experience with X-ray procedures or PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit) support is a plus.
- Knowledge of medication administration protocols within hospital medicine or urgent care settings; capable of supporting emergency medicine teams when needed.
- Experience working in hospital environments including Geriatrics units or Medical-surgical floors; previous OR or clinic experience is advantageous.
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to ensure preparedness for emergency situations. Join us in delivering exceptional cardiology care by combining your technical skills with your energetic commitment to patient well-being! This paid position offers a rewarding opportunity to grow professionally while making a positive impact on our community’s health every day.
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Local and Available Candidates to start Full Time ASAP only apply
Location:
- Beverly Hills, CA 90211 (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Work Location: In person
