Medical Assistant Admin Cardiology

Summary Job Description: BHMG Cardiology ** Retention Bonus!** Job Summary: The Medical Assistant (MA) Admin role will be responsible for the coordination of patient care activities. This position requires a versatile professional who can seamlessly transition between clinical and administrative responsibilities. Duties include but are not limited to the following: patient medical history information, navigating electronic health records system (EPIC), scheduling and following-up with appointments and assisting with medication fill and refill requests, checking for prior authorizations and scheduling tests, procedures, consultations, and other in basket types as assigned. The MA will communicate with pharmacies, insurance companies, patients and physicians in a respectful manner and will uphold Baptist’s mission and core values that drive service excellence Minimum Education, Experience, Training and Licensures Required: - High school diploma or equivelent, required. - One (1) year of direct, hands-on patient care experience in a medical office, clinic, or similar setting, OR, (2) Successful completion of a formal Medical Assistant training program, including the Baptist Health internal MA training program - Graduate of a formal Medical Assistant training program or a minimum of one year of direct, handson patient care in a clinical setting, such as obtaining vital signs, documenting patient history and medications, and performing clinical procedures (e.g., EKGs, phlebotomy, administering injections or vaccines). - Prior experience in Occupational Medicine, Urgent Care, Primary Care or a Specialty medical practice, preferred. - Upon hire, all Medical Assistants will undergo a clinical competency assessment and must successfully complete MA orientation. Those who do not meet the required standards will be enrolled in the Medical Assistant (MA) Trainee Program for further development and reevaluation. - Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire. - BAT and DOT certifications required for Medical Assistants in Occupational Medicine. ** Retention bonus is reserved for new hires meeting eligibility criteria. Medical Office, Certified Medical Assistant, CMA, AAMA, AMT, NCCT If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.