Medical Assistant​/Catawba Valley Cardiology

Summary of Performance Expectations

Promotes a professional patient-centered practice image by efficiently performing a wide variety of clinical and/or administrative duties to medical office outpatients under the direct supervision of a licensed physician or licensed advanced practice provider (APP). Serves an important role on the care team to assist the physician or APP with outcome‑based patient care. Utilizes a team‑based approach to all tasks.

• Education & Credentials:
  Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assisting or certification as a Medical Assistant, or completion of a Paramedic degree or certification program. BCLS certification from the American Heart Association required within three months of employment date.
• Work Experience:
  
  No experience required. Given training and on‑the‑job experience, the incumbent should be proficient in basic aspects of the job within three months of employment date.

• Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience

As the region’s largest not‑for‑profit community hospital, we exist to heal and comfort patients, promote a healthier community, and ensure access to healthcare for all who need it—regardless of ability to pay. With a wide array of medical specialties, our skilled nurses and providers are trained to treat virtually any type of injury or illness, providing high‑quality, easily accessible care close to home.

Our mission:
Exceptional Healthcare. Every Person. Every Time.

• North Carolina’s first and only 5‑time Magnet recipient for nursing excellence
• Region’s only level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Women’s Choice Award winner for America’s Best 100 Hospitals for Patient Experience for six consecutive years
• American College of Surgeons Accredited Comprehensive Community Cancer Center

Catawba Valley Medical Center offers a wide range of services from experienced medical specialists capable of addressing virtually any healthcare concern. Our current hospital holds 258 beds and serves the five‑county Hickory area. Through our skilled medical practitioners and highly trained staff, we strive to provide the highest level of medical expertise using the latest, state‑of‑the‑art technology available.

One of our goals is to provide seamless care between your primary care provider and our hospital. Being part of a vast healthcare network allows for easier and more efficient communication between local physicians, medical specialists, and our hospital. No one should have to travel far for the expert‑level medical treatment they need. We work with a plethora of specialists capable of diagnosing, treating, and operating on a wide variety of conditions.