Hawaii Heart Associates
Kaneohe, Hawaii, United States of America
Full Time
4 days ago
Key skills
EchoCollaboration
About this role
CMA Externship position. Practice specialty: General cardiology. Hours of operation: Mon- Fri
0900-1700.
Job Description:
As a CMA student, you will provide essential
clinical and administrative support to our medical receptionists, medical
assistants, echo sonographers, vascular sonographers, registered nurses, nurse
practitioners and cardiologists, ensuring efficient patient care delivery and
smooth clinic operations.
Job Duties
:
Patient Care:
Greet patients and escort them to examination rooms.
Complete vital signs and 12 lead EKGs
Reconcile medications and complete medication refills.
Complete medication prior authorization.
Assist cardiologists during patient examinations and procedures.
Clinical Support:
Prepare examination rooms and medical equipment for procedures.
Administer medications and injections under the direction of a cardiologist or
nurse practitioner.
Assist with stress tests, stress echocardiograms, and segmental ankle-brachial
index screening.
Coordinate patient appointments, referrals, and follow-up care.
Administrative Duties:
Schedule patient appointments and maintain accurate medical records.
Handle incoming calls, inquiries, and requests from patients and healthcare
providers.
Verify patient insurance coverage and process billing and insurance claims.
Manage inventory of medical supplies and equipment and reorder as needed.
Prepare cardiologist charts, inputting test results such as lipid panel results
and echocardiogram findings.
Collaboration:
Communicate effectively with cardiologists, nurses, and other members of the
healthcare team.
Collaborate with medical staff to ensure coordinated patient care and optimal
outcomes.
Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and quality improvement
initiatives.
Requirements
Covid vaccine and booster are required.