Certified Medical Assistant - Clinical Support & Care

Forward Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Forward Health in Columbus, OH seeks a dedicated Medical Assistant with behavioral health experience to assist clinicians, manage exam rooms, and handle both clinical and administrative tasks. The role involves collecting vitals, preparing medications, and ensuring HIPAA-compliant documentation in the EHR.

The ideal candidate holds CMA or RMA certification, has healthcare experience, and demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Certification as CMA or RMA is required.
• Experience in healthcare, preferably in clinical support/addiction medicine.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and patient care areas, keeping them clean and stocked.
• Assist providers with patient care, record vital signs, and prepare/administer medications.
• Review medical history, gather updated information, and document findings in the EHR with HIPAA compliance.
• Perform administrative tasks: process medical records requests, coordinate referrals, and manage patient check-in/check-out.
• Educate patients by explaining instructions, post-care guidelines, and preventive care measures.
• Alternate work sites between Columbus and Groveport.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

HIPAA compliance

Education

CMA or RMA certification

Tools

Medical software

Medical equipment

Job description

Forward Health in Columbus, OH seeks a dedicated Medical Assistant with behavioral health experience to assist clinicians, manage exam rooms, and handle both clinical and administrative tasks. The role involves collecting vitals, preparing medications, and ensuring HIPAA-compliant documentation in the EHR.

The ideal candidate holds CMA or RMA certification, has healthcare experience, and demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills.