Medical Assistant, Cardiology

Mass General Brigham

. Room patients and prepare exam rooms in a cardiology outpatient setting .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeSomersworth • New Hampshire • United StatesJunior💰 $20 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care within a cardiology outpatient setting, including vital sign measurement, EKG performance, and medication reconciliation. Exhibits strong communication skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment while adhering to HIPAA standards.

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Medical Assistant ExperienceBasic Life Support (BLS) CertificationCertified Medical Assistant (CMA)Electronic Health Record (EHR) ProficiencyVital Sign Measurement

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Hard Skills

Vital Sign MeasurementEKG PerformanceMedication ReconciliationPatient Chart PreparationPrescription Refill ManagementClinical DocumentationPatient EducationCare CoordinationOrthostatic Vital Sign MeasurementFast-Paced Clinical Experience

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationCompassionate Patient InteractionCritical ThinkingTime ManagementAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Records (EHR)Clinical Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS)Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Industry Keywords

CardiologyOutpatient CareHIPAA CompliancePatient CareClinical Huddles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Room patients and prepare exam rooms in a cardiology outpatient setting
Obtain vital signs and EKGs
Complete medication reconciliation and document accurately in the EHR
Support medication refills and care coordination
Assist with clinic flow and provider support
Participate in clinical huddles and flexible provider assignments
Recognize changes in patient condition and escalate appropriately
Support patient education and care coordination
Prepare charts and support prescription refill and results management
Float to nearby cardiology locations, including Dover and Portsmouth, based on staffing and operational needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate’s degree in Medical Assisting preferred
1–2 years of Medical Assistant or clinical/medical office experience required
Experience in a fast-paced outpatient or specialty setting strongly preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA or equivalent national certification) preferred
Clear and compassionate communication with patients and team members
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced cardiology environment
Accuracy and attention to detail in documentation and patient care
HIPAA compliance and adherence to privacy and confidentiality standards
Ability to take vital signs, manual blood pressures, and orthostatic vital sign measurements
Ability to perform EKGs or willingness to be trained in a high-volume EKG setting
Experience using electronic medical records (EHR) and basic clinical systems
Critical thinking in real-time clinical situations
Effective time management and adaptability to changing clinic needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits
Career advancement opportunities
Differentials
Premiums
Bonuses as applicable
Recognition programs
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities