Medical Assistant - Peoria

Position Summary: The medical assistant performs clinical and administrative duties under the direction of the physician and within your scope of practice to assist in the examination and treatment of patients.

Dress Code: Black Scrubs / closed- toe shoes

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

•  Be positive, helpful, friendly, supportive, sincere, and genuine to all patients, physicians, and staff.

• Be attentive and responsive to doctors’ and/or practice administrator/team leader requests in a timely manner.

•  Maintain punctuality, consistent attendance,

•  follow all office policies and procedures.

• Make decisions that reflect the best interests of Heart One Associates and provide quality patient care.

• Maintain patient confidentiality as governed by the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

•   Prepare patients for office visits by obtaining vital signs, including weight, height, temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation.

•   Assess patients’ signs and symptoms and document information for follow-up visits.

§   Verify patients’ current medications and accurately record them in the medical chart.

§ Perform EKGs, ABIs, and Padnet tests as directed by physicians.

§ Conduct INR checks, make dosage adjustments, and communicate results under physician guidance.

§ Monitor and respond to messages throughout the day, ensuring all information is accurate and thorough for physician review.

§ Contact patients with test results, lab results, and follow-up information as directed by physicians.

§ Triage urgent patient calls and escalate to the appropriate physician as needed.

§ Support back-office operations to ensure smooth workflow and efficient clinic operations.

§ Collaborate effectively with colleagues and support staff, demonstrating flexibility and a team-oriented attitude to ensure high-quality patient care.

§ Travel to various practice locations as required to provide coverage.

§ Communicate supply needs and other operational concerns to the team lead.

§ Maintain an organized and clean workstation to support a safe and efficient work environment.

§ Provide cross-coverage for lunch, sick, or vacation absences to ensure continuous patient care.

§ Assist with medication refills, prior authorizations, patient messages, and call-backs as requested.

§ Performed duties requested

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.

• CMA (Certified Medical Assistant) or RMA (Registered Medical Assistant) preferred.

• Minimum 2-years of cardiology experience preferred

• Basic knowledge of cardiac rhythms /12-lead EKGs

• BLS Certification

• Proficiency in EHR/EMR systems, basic cardiology knowledge (blood pressure monitoring, etc.), strong communication and organizational skills.     

Dress Code: Black Scrubs / closed- toe shoes