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Medical Assistant (3114)

US Heart and Vascular

Houston, TXFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 2w agoVerified open 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Houston, TX
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Current Medical Assistant Certification Or Obtain Within 90 DaysCurrent BCLS CertificationCPR Certification

Job overview

US Heart and Vascular is hiring a Medical Assistant (3114). US Heart and Vascular seeks a Medical Assistant to support multiple cardiology locations in Houston, Texas. The role involves taking vital signs, managing medication records, performing EKGs and Holter monitoring, assisting with stress tests, handling pharmacy communications, maintaining certifications, and providing administrative support such as insurance precertification and scheduling. The position is full‑time with up to 25% travel between sites.

Key focus areas include Take patient vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, and weight., Verify and input patient medications into the EMR, updating the medication list as needed., and Perform EKG, rhythm strip, and signal‑average EKG hook‑ups and printouts..

Important skills include Holter Monitor, Stress Testing, Teamwork, Clinical Medical Assistant Certification, Vital Signs Measurement, and EMR Medication Entry.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Holter MonitorStress TestingTeamworkClinical Medical Assistant CertificationVital Signs MeasurementEMR Medication EntryEKG Hook‑UpsHolter Monitor Hook‑UpsStress Test PerformancePatient CommunicationCollaboration

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Texas Accredited GED1 Year Medical Assistant Experience or Recent Graduation With ExternshipCurrent Medical Assistant Certification or Obtain Within 90 DaysCurrent BCLS CertificationCPR CertificationExperience Administering EKGsCardiology Practice ExperienceFluently Speaks, Reads, and Writes English

Full job description

Medical Assistant (3114) MCA - Memorial City Main - Houston, TX 77024; MCA - Bellville - Bellville, TX 77418; MCA - Greater Heights - Houston, TX 77008; MCA - Katy West - Houston, TX 77094 Overview Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level High School Diploma/GED Travel Percentage Up to 25% Category Other Positions Description US Heart and Vascular is in need of a Medical Assistant to join Memorial Cardiology Associates in Houston TX.

Responsibilities:

  • Takes patient vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, weight, etc.)

  • Verifies and inputs patient medications into EMR. Making changes and additions as needed to the medication list.

  • Responsible for EKG, rhythm strip, and signal average EKG hook-ups and printouts. (Proficiency Required)

  • Assist physicians with patient exams as needed.

  • Responsible for Holter monitor hook-ups and removals, event recorders and Loop recorders. (Proficiency Required)

  • Ability to perform stress tests as needed and to assist in test interpretation.

  • Takes pharmacy phone calls, reviews charts, and calls in prescription refills.

  • Monitors pharmacy samples, removing them from stock as expired.

  • Receives and returns phone calls from patients and other external sources. Receives and returns portal messages in the EMR.

  • Maintains current CPR and Medical Assistant certification.

  • Actively demonstrates teamwork at all times.

  • Performs other duties as required.

  • May also be responsible for insurance precertification, prior authorization, procedure/surgery scheduling and coordinating transfers and admissions.

  • May be required to move between locations as needed. Requirements:

  • High school diploma or Texas accredited GED

  • 1 year of Medical Assistant experience, or recent graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program with completion of program externship.

  • Current Medical Assistant certification or must obtain within 90 days of hire date.

  • Current BCLS certification.

  • Must have experience in administration of EKG’s.

  • Cardiology practice experience preferred but not required.

  • Fluently speaks, reads, and writes English.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. About Memorial City:

Memorial City is a vibrant, Mixed-use district in West Houston, Texas, known for its combination of commercial, residential and recreational spaces. Anchored by the sprawling Memorial City Mall, the area offers a wide range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, one of the largest hospitals in the region, serves as a key landmark, providing top-tier healthcare services. The area is also home to several corporate offices, luxury hotels, and high-end apartments, making it a dynamic hub for both professionals and families. with easy access to major highways like I-10, Memorial City is conveniently located for those commuting to downtown Houston or the Energy Corridor, making it a desirable place to live, work, and visit.

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