Under the direction of the nursing team, the CMA participates in patient care by following physician orders through the electronic medical record system, which may include scheduling diagnostic tests, lab work, electrocardiograms, and facilitating patient discharge. The responsibilities of the Cardiovascular Medical Assistant (CMA) include, but are not limited to: Supporting the nursing team in collecting essential patient information, such as the chief complaint, medication list, allergies, vital signs, and medical history.