Certified Medical Assistant - Cardiology

Certified Medical Assistant - Cardiology at Christus Health summary:

The Certified Medical Assistant in Cardiology supports patient care through accurate data entry, insurance verification, and assisting medical professionals. They communicate effectively with patients and healthcare personnel while managing appointments and patient information. Certification as a Medical Assistant and basic life support (BLS) are required for this full-time role.

Summary:

The Certified Medical Assistant will perform various services and related activities in support of patient care including accurate data entry for patient registration and insurance verification. The Certified Medical Assistant demonstrates the ability to use good judgment and communicates effectively with all patients; families; licensed personnel; insurance companies and third-party payers. Demonstrates a professional and caring manner.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Assisting the physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in giving superior medical care.
• Accurate Data Entry of charges on patient accounts, registering patients, and updating patient accounts.
• Insurance Verification and recording of Statistics.
• Assist with scheduling patient appointments, answering phones, keeping providers informed of changes, and informing patients of their benefits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred.

Experience

• 1 year of medical office experience preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification is required.
• BLS required.

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time

Keywords:

Certified Medical Assistant, Cardiology, patient registration, insurance verification, medical office experience, BLS certification, data entry, patient care, scheduling appointments, medical support