Medical Assistant - Emerson Cardiovascular Associates

Job description

Make a Difference in Heart Care
Join our cardiology team as a Medical Assistant, where you’ll play a critical role in supporting physicians and delivering high-quality patient care. In this role, you’ll work directly with cardiologists to prepare patients for visits, perform key clinical tasks, and help ensure a smooth and efficient workflow in a fast-paced specialty practice.
Reporting to the Office Manager and working under the direct supervision of Cardiologist(s), you’ll be an essential part of delivering compassionate, patient-centered cardiovascular care.
What You’ll Do
• Prepare patients for cardiology visits, including intake, vital signs, and documentation
• Perform EKGs and assist with cardiac-related clinical procedures
• Support physicians during patient exams and treatments
• Document patient information accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR/EHR)
• Coordinate patient flow to maintain an efficient clinic environment
• Provide excellent customer service to patients in person and over the phone
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical workspace
• Ensure compliance with confidentiality, safety, and regulatory standards

What You Bring
Required Education
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program strongly preferred

Preferred Experience
• 2–4 years of experience as a Medical Assistant, ideally in a cardiology or specialty practice preferred

Licensure & Certification
• Medical Assistant certification in Massachusetts preferred but not required

Key Skills & Strengths
• EKG experience required
• Ability to accurately take and record vital signs
• Strong patient care and customer service skills
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems; Meditech and GE Centricity preferred
• Excellent communication skills (in person and by phone)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Why Join Us?
• Work closely with experienced cardiologists in a specialized clinical setting
• Build and expand your skills in cardiovascular care
• Be part of a collaborative, patient-focused team
• Opportunity for professional growth in a high-demand specialty