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Medical Assistant

  • Little Rock, AR
  • Healthcare

Great Little Rock Specialty Clinic in search of an experienced Medical Assistant to join their team! 

The Medical Assistant supports cardiologists and other healthcare professionals in providing quality patient care while ensuring compliance with CMS guidelines, healthcare regulations, and organizational policies. This position assists with clinical and administrative duties, coordinates patient care, maintains accurate medical records, and supports quality improvement initiatives to promote positive patient outcomes.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

  • Room patients and obtain vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respirations, height, and weight.

  • Review and update patient medical histories, medication lists, and allergies.

  • Perform and document EKGs (electrocardiograms).

  • Assist physicians with cardiac examinations and procedures.

  • Prepare patients for diagnostic testing and cardiac evaluations.

  • Monitor patients and report abnormal findings or changes in condition to the provider.

  • Assist with medication reconciliation and patient education.

  • Maintain clean, safe, and properly stocked examination rooms.

CMS Program Responsibilities

  • Assist with CMS quality reporting and documentation requirements.

  • Support Medicare Annual Wellness Visits and preventive care services, as assigned.

  • Ensure accurate documentation of patient encounters.

  • Assist with care gap identification and patient outreach.

  • Support chronic care management and care coordination activities, as assigned.

  • Help monitor compliance with CMS quality measures and practice protocols.

  • Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Administrative Responsibilities

  • Schedule appointments and coordinate referrals.

  • Obtain and verify patient demographic and insurance information.

  • Assist with prior authorizations and medical record requests.

  • Document patient communications and follow-up activities.

  • Coordinate laboratory testing and diagnostic appointments.

  • Communicate effectively with patients, providers, and healthcare team members.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required.

  • Medical Assistant certification preferred or required by employer.

  • Previous experience in a cardiology or primary care setting preferred.

  • Knowledge of EKG procedures and medical terminology.

  • Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and Excel 

  • Understanding of HIPAA and CMS documentation requirements.

  • Strong communication, organizational, and patient-service skills.

Required Skills

  • Knowledge of cardiovascular terminology and procedures.

  • Ability to recognize and report abnormal vital signs.

  • Accurate clinical documentation.

  • Attention to detail and time management.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team.

  • Compassionate and professional patient care.

Performance Expectations

  • Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation.

  • Support CMS quality measures and compliance initiatives.

  • Promote patient satisfaction and continuity of care.

  • Assist in reducing missed appointments and care gaps.

  • Follow established clinical protocols and safety standards.

Overall Purpose of the Position

To provide comprehensive clinical and administrative support to the cardiology department while helping the practice meet CMS quality, compliance, documentation, and patient-care objectives.