Externs

Training | Hawaii Medical College | United States

Posted On 04/29/2024

Title Clinical Medical Assistant

Available To Externs

Health Care

City Kaneohe

State/Province Hawaii

96744

CMA Externship position. Practice specialty:
General cardiology. Hours of operation:
Mon
- Fri .

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.