Cardiology Clinic Medical Assistant

The University of Kansas Health System seeks an experienced and compassionate Cardiology Clinic Medical Assistant to join our team of dedicated professionals. In this critical role, you will provide a variety of services to patients and healthcare providers in the Cardiology Clinic. We are looking for a compassionate individual who is highly organized and has excellent communication skills.You must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience as a medical assistant. The ideal candidate has a certificate or degree from an accredited medical assisting program and current certification from one of the following organizations: American Association of Medical Assistants, National Healthcareer Association, or National Center for Competency Testing. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic team player with a strong commitment to providing excellent patient care.We thank you for your interest in this role and look forward to your application.

Responsibilities:

1. Greet patients and provide necessary information and forms.
2. Assist providers in performing examinations, treatments, and procedures.
3. Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary equipment and supplies.
4. Administer medications and injections as directed by providers.
5. Collect patient blood and other lab specimens and ensure their proper handling and transport.
6. Monitor patient vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, and temperature.
7. Schedule patient appointments and maintain patient records.
8. Manage and update patient medical histories.
9. Provide patient education and instructions on medications, treatments, and follow-up care.
10. Ensure a clean and safe environment for patients and healthcare providers.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Cardiology Clinic Medical Assistant in Kansas City, KS, USA is $33,000 to $42,000 per year. This range includes base salary plus bonuses and other forms of compensation. The exact salary for a medical assistant may vary depending on experience, skills, certifications, and other factors.

The University of Kansas Health System, commonly known as KU Med and formerly known as The University of Kansas Hospital, is a nonprofit, academic medical center located in Kansas City, Kansas, United States, with branch hospitals and education centers in Topeka, Kansas, Great Bend, Kansas, and Lawrence, Kansas. It is the region's only nationally verified Level I Trauma Center. In 1998, it became an independent entity that receives no funding from the state of Kansas. The hospital is affiliated with the University of Kansas Medical Center, which comprises the schools of medicine, nursing and allied health. The University of Kansas Health System combines education, research and patient care. Physicians represent more than 200 specialties.