Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Cardiology, Clinical Assessment, Electrocardiogram, Healthcare, Medical Assistance, Medical Diagnosis, Medical Office, Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Nursing, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Procedure Development
LOCATION
Shreveport, LA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Willis-Knighton Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant with Cardiology experience.
The MA will provide nursing care to patients in the physician offices under the supervision of the clinic Physician.
The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
performing EKGs
vital signs, including manual blood pressures
assessing the health status of patients
collaborating with the physician and nursing staff to establish care procedures
contributing to the planning of appropriate nursing interventions
assisting patients with activities of daily living
document patient assessment
communicate pertinent information regarding patient condition to other members of the health care team
provide information to patient/family regarding disease process or diagnostic procedures
A Louisiana MA license is a requirement for this position and previous cardiac experience is preferred.
The applicant selected for this position will be required to attend a hospital-wide orientation as well as a department orientation upon hire.
Some travel to satellite clinics is required.
If you are a fit for this position, please submit your application here for review.