Medical Assistant - Cardiology Clinic

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) operates at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care. It is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.

Job Summary

Supports the licensed healthcare team in performing office examinations and procedures by organizing and managing clinic patient flow, gathering and documenting patient screening data, assist with patient and family education and communication with patient's health care team. Position hours are Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm.

Department Summary

Our team includes some of the top heart and vascular specialists in the nation. Doctors all over the world refer their heart patients to Vanderbilt. As one of the busiest heart programs in the U.S., our experience means quality care for you. We welcome patients with even the most complex heart conditions, including those who haven't had successful treatment at other hospitals. In a world-record-breaking 2024, Vanderbilt performed 174 heart transplants, more than any other transplant center in the history of the procedure.

Key Responsibilities

• Directs and supports patient flow as well as unit operations by maintaining supplies, equipment and unit environmental standards.
• Facilitates identification of resources to meet patient healthcare needs.
• Performs / assists with procedures according to organizational / departmental standards.
• Collects and documents patient screening data for the healthcare team.
• Assists with patient and family education.

Technical Capabilities

Core Accountabilities

Core Capabilities

Position Qualifications

Relevant Work Experience : Less than 1 year. Education : Graduate of an approved discipline specific program.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE / Vets / Disabled.