Medical Assistant / Medical Scribe - Cardiology

Medical Assistant / Medical Scribe – Cardiology & Electrophysiology

Florida Heart & Vascular – Fort Lauderdale, FL

Join one of South Florida's fastest-growing cardiovascular practices.

Florida Heart & Vascular is seeking an experienced, motivated Medical Assistant / Medical Scribe to support our Cardiologists and Electrophysiologists across multiple office locations in Broward County. This position offers a unique opportunity to work directly with physicians in a specialty practice while gaining exposure to advanced cardiac diagnostics, cardiac implantable devices, electrophysiology, and cardiovascular disease management.

This role is ideal for an experienced Medical Assistant, Medical Scribe, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), EMT, Paramedic, nursing student, pre-med student, or healthcare professional seeking to expand their clinical experience in a highly specialized environment.

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant / Scribe serves as an integral member of the clinical care team by supporting physicians with patient flow, documentation, diagnostic testing, prescription management, and coordination of care. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, professionalism, compassion, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Essential Responsibilities

• Accurately document patient encounters in real time during physician visits using the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Room patients and obtain vital signs, medical histories, medication reconciliations, and chief complaints
• Prepare patients for cardiology and electrophysiology evaluations
• Perform 12-lead ECGs and assist with Holter monitors, event monitors, ambulatory cardiac monitoring, and device-related workflows
• Review patient charts prior to appointments and ensure laboratory, imaging, and diagnostic testing results are available
• Process prescription refill requests under the physicians orders and assist with patient communications
• Coordinate diagnostic testing, referrals, authorizations, and follow-up appointments
• Assist providers with office-based procedures and patient education
• Maintain accurate documentation while ensuring HIPAA compliance
• Travel between practice locations as needed to support operational and patient care needs
• Participate in cross-training and support overall clinical operations

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum one year of medical office experience
• Strong medical terminology knowledge
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and computer systems
• Excellent typing, communication, and organizational skills
• Current BLS certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel between office locations

Preferred

• Cardiology or electrophysiology experience
• Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, CCMA, or equivalent)
• Medical scribing experience
• Experience with cardiac devices including pacemakers, ICDs, loop recorders, and remote monitoring
• Athenahealth experience
• Bilingual English/Spanish

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Direct physician mentorship and specialty training
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

Schedule

• Full-time
• Monday through Friday
• Day shift
• Approximately 40 hours per week

Work Locations

• Fort Lauderdale South
• Fort Lauderdale North
• Margate
• Plantation West

Florida Heart & Vascular is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Medical Terminology: 1 year (Required)
• Typing: 1 year (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person