Emory Healthcare

Academic medical center delivering patient care

Medical Assistant / Outpatient Cardiology

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationPosted on Nov 5

Full-timeJohns Creek, GA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Medical Assistant certification from the National Healthcareer Association, National Center for Competency Testing, American Association of Medical Assistants, or American Medical Technologists is required.
Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required upon hire and must be maintained throughout employment.
A High School Diploma or GED is required.
Basic computer skills are required.
Current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, or National Certified Medical Assistant is required.
Successful completion of all medical assistant orientation and training requirements and annual skills competency is required.
The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, carry objects up to 25 pounds, and perform occasional to frequent standing and walking.
The role requires compliance with Universal Precaution guidelines, safety standards, and use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, as applicable.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned patient care and observation duties under the direction of a licensed provider, registered nurse, or licensed practical nurse.
Perform routine and complex medical assistant clinical duties, including taking vital signs, administering a limited profile of medications under approved policy, performing simple diagnostic tests, collecting specimens, drawing blood, sterilizing and cleaning equipment, and maintaining examination rooms.
Assist in emergency situations as directed by a licensed provider, registered nurse, or licensed practical nurse.
Perform administrative duties supporting patient and practice operations, including patient check-in and check-out, responding to patient requests, reinforcing patient and family education, and visitor and telephone reception.
Maintain patient charts and records data, ensuring proper identification, documentation, routing, and confidentiality.
Maintain a clean and healthy environment in compliance with Universal Precaution guidelines and safety standards.
Order, verify, and store unit supplies.
Perform patient interactions in accordance with patient- and family-centered care standards.
Participate in research projects impacting patient care areas when required.
Perform other related responsibilities as required.

Desired Qualifications

One year of work experience is preferred.
Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant certification is preferred.

Overview

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:

Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
Family-focused benefits
Wellness incentives
Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs
And more

Candidate must meet the following requirements:

Medical Assistant certification from NHA, NCCT, AAMA, or AMT.
Current BLS from the American Heart Association upon hire.

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: Performs assigned patient care and observation duties under the direction of a licensed provider, RN, or LPN. Responsible for performing routine and more complex medical assistant clinical duties to include, but not limited to, taking vital signs, administering a limited profile of medications per The Emory Clinic approved policy, performing simple diagnostic tests, collecting specimens, drawing blood, sterilizing and cleaning equipment, and maintaining examination rooms in an outpatient care setting. As part of a patient focused service, promotes a supportive and healing environment to enhance customer and staff satisfaction. Assists in emergency situations as directed by an licensed provider, RN, or LPN. May also be responsible for some administrative duties in support of patient and practice operations including patient check in/out, responding to patient requests, reinforcing patient and family education, and visitor/telephone reception. Maintains patients' charts and records data, ensuring proper identification, documentation, routing, and confidentiality. Maintains a clean and healthy environment in compliance with Universal Precaution guidelines and safety standards. Orders, verifies, and stores unit supplies. All duties and patient interaction performed in accordance with Emory Healthcare patient and family centered care standards. May participate in research projects impacting patient care areas. Performs other related responsibilities as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or GED required.
Basic computer skills required.
One year work experience preferred.
Current AHA BLS certification is required for hire and must be maintained throughout employment.
Current certification as one of the following is required: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologists (AMT), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
Preferred certification is the CMA or RMA.
Must successfully complete all medical assistant orientation and training requirements and annual skills competency.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [email protected]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

About the Company

Emory Healthcare

Academic medical center delivering patient care

Emory Healthcare provides hospital-based medical care and supports a broad range of health services, from routine treatment to complex medical interventions. The organization combines clinical practice with medical research to advance treatments and patient outcomes. Its approach emphasizes expertise, collaboration, and compassionate care to improve lives inside hospitals and in the wider community. Emory Healthcare differentiates itself through high-quality patient care, active research programs, and a culture that prioritizes excellence and humanity. The overarching goal is to deliver excellent patient outcomes while expanding knowledge through research and education, ultimately improving health outcomes for patients locally and beyond.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Conyers, GA
Founded: 2015

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