Medical Assistant, Cardiovascular Services

St. Luke's University Health Network

. Conduct pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating patient medical records with recent test results and correspondence .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeAllentown • Pennsylvania • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care services, including pre-visit planning, vital sign recording, and maintaining clinical supplies. Possesses strong communication skills for coordinating with healthcare teams and managing patient interactions effectively.

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Clinical ExperienceBLS/CPR CertificationPatient Care ServicesCustomer Service ExperienceMedical Assistant Program Graduate

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Hard Skills

Vital Sign RecordingPatient Medical Record ManagementInjections or ImmunizationsBiohazardous Waste DisposalPre-ChartingRoom StockingInventory ManagementAdministrative TasksClinical Supply MaintenanceProblem Resolution

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CoordinationCustomer Service

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS/CPR Certification

Industry Keywords

Healthcare SettingPatient CareQuality Improvement InitiativesPractice ProtocolClinical Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating patient medical records with recent test results and correspondence
Complete pre-charting of value-based pieces up to five days before appointments and message the Care Team when warranted
Prepare patients for examinations and escort them to exam rooms
Record height, weight, vital signs, medications, allergies, personal/family/social history, smoking status, visit reason, and demographic information
Provide directed patient care services, including maintaining clean exam rooms and clinical supplies
Clean and autoclave contaminated instruments
Give injections or immunizations within State guidelines
Communicate and coordinate with providers and the Care Team regarding discharges, emergency visits, specialists, testing, disease management, self-management, education, and community resources
Participate in department activities, meetings, problem resolution, and procedure analysis
Dispose of biohazardous and regular waste according to practice protocol
Maintain vaccine temperature logs, inventory, medical supply ordering, expired medication disposal, and room stocking
Perform administrative tasks including check-in, check-out, and opening and closing office procedures
Suggest improvements to Practice Managers and Providers
Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School degree or equivalent required
One year of clinical experience OR graduate of Medical Assistant program required
Two years of experience in similar healthcare setting preferred
Customer service experience strongly preferred
Current BLS/CPR certification or certification obtained within 60 days of hire through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time, up to 8 hours at a time
Occasional ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Occasional ability to push wheelchairs with patients weighing up to 325 pounds
Complete a 30/60/90 day on-boarding checklist where applicable
Submit application using full legal name and current home address
Include employment history for the past seven years, including present employer