Cardiology Medical Assistant / Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Position: Nurse Aide / Medical Assistant – Cardiology (Entry to Full Performance) Employment Type: Full-Time (100% FTE) with Benefits Salary: $50,616 – $58,956 annually Department: Cardiology (Outpatient)

We are seeking a Nurse Aide or Medical Assistant to support patient care in a busy outpatient cardiology clinic. This role involves assisting with or directly providing patient care through a variety of clinical and administrative support tasks, following established procedures and care standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in delivering patient care in an outpatient setting
• Monitor and report patient conditions and symptoms
• Support clinical procedures and treatment plans
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow care protocols
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and patient care standards
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

General

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong communication skills in English
• Knowledge of basic clinical practices, infection control, and patient care
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required (or must be obtained within 6 months; 1 month for LPNs)

Nurse Aide

Entry Level:

• No prior experience required

Full Performance:

• 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting (hospital or similar)
• Experience in observing/reporting patient conditions and assisting with care
• Knowledge of:
• Basic nursing skills and first aid
• Patient rights and safety practices
• Infection control and universal precautions
• Activities of daily living and restorative care

Medical Assistant

Certification Required (one of the following):

• CCMA (NHA)
• CMA (AAMA)
• RMA (AMT)
• NCMA (NCCT)

Entry Level:

• 1 year of relevant healthcare experience
• Experience in patient observation, reporting, and basic care
• Clinic experience preferred

Substitutions (Entry Level):

• Nursing school completion
• EMT / Advanced EMT / Paramedic certification
• 1 year of dental assistant experience

Full Performance:

• 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient setting
• Knowledge of:
• Emergency medical procedures
• Human anatomy and physiology

Substitutions (Full Performance):

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• 1 year EMT or Paramedic experience

Benefits

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• 13–14 paid holidays annually
• 21 vacation days per year
• 21 sick leave days per year
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• State retirement system participation
• Eligibility for student loan repayment and scholarship programs