Cardiopulmonary Medical Assistant

Job Title: Cardiopulmonary Medical Assistant
Location: Salinas, CA
Duration: 3 Months+ (High Potential for Extension)

Shift: Day Shift | 8-Hour Shifts

Pay range: $22 - $30/hr. on W2

Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and patient-focused Cardiopulmonary Medical Assistant to support day-to-day operations in a high-acuity cardiology setting. This role reports directly to the Cardiology Supervisor or Director and plays a key part in ensuring seamless patient flow, accurate data handling, and outstanding service delivery. The ideal candidate will be proactive, organized, and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate efficient patient flow through cardiopulmonary departments, including patient ambulation and preparation
• Answer incoming calls professionally and direct them appropriately
• Schedule and confirm inpatient and outpatient procedures, coordinating with physicians and related departments
• Register patients in Meditech, ensuring demographic data and documentation are accurate and up-to-date
• Verify authorizations and physician-signed orders, ensuring compliance with procedures
• Welcome patients using AIDET principles and provide procedure-related information as needed
• Prepare and distribute daily department schedules in advance
• Manage department calendars, meetings, and vendor coordination using Outlook
• Utilize PACS for imaging transfer and CD production
• Assist in preparing reports and hemodynamic logs for third-party coding
• Support quality improvement efforts through data collection and reporting
• Review billing logs and support corrections to ensure timely charge processing
• Help maintain clean, ready-to-use patient areas and aid in general resource efficiency
• Maintain department statistics and competency tracking systems

• Prior experience in a cardiology or clinical administrative support role preferred
• Familiarity with EMR systems, including Meditech, and PACS technology
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a clinical setting
• Knowledge of insurance authorization and billing processes