Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or LPN-Physician Office-Sahara Trail, General Surgery

Mercy Health; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Medical Assistant, where you'll be an essential part of the team delivering outstanding patient care. This role involves preparing treatment rooms, updating health records, and measuring vital signs, ensuring a seamless experience for patients. With a focus on customer service and teamwork, you will engage with patients and staff in a professional manner while adhering to medical guidelines. Enjoy a rewarding career with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth in a supportive environment dedicated to community health.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Medical Assisting certification required within 12 months of start date.
• One year of medical assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service by greeting patients respectfully.
• Prepare and review patient charts for upcoming visits.
• Measure vital signs and perform clerical duties as needed.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Degree or GED

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

S cheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Mercy Health

Medical Assistant –Sahara Trail, General Surgery

Job Summary:

The Medical Assistant is a key component of our team that works closely with the primary care physician to deliver excellent patient care to our community, ensuring services are provided within the Medical Assisting scope and state guidelines. The Medical Assistant will be responsible for reviewing and updating health records, measuring vital signs, and preparing treatment rooms for upcoming examinations.

Essential Functions:

• Provides excellent customer service skills by greeting patients and the community in a respectful manner

• Prepares & reviews patient charts for upcoming visits by verifying that all diagnostic test results, hospital reports, and other medical records are correct and up to date

• Measures vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration, blood pressure, weight and height

• Performs departmental-related clerical duties such as checking inventory, stock supplies, track referrals, and answer phones as needed

• Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly

• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• High School Degree or GED

Licensure/Certification:

Medical Assisting certification from one of the following (required within 12 months of start date):

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA); American Association of Medical Assisting, Registered Medical Assistant (RMA); American Medical Technologists, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA); National Healthcareer Association (NHA); Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA); National Association for Health Professionals, National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA); National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

• If incumbent is unable to obtain MA certification, an Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry (ABR-OE) is acceptable (not accepted in the state of South Carolina)

BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)

Experience:

• One year of medical assistant healthcare experience (preferred, not required)

• Two years of clerical experience in a physician’s office (preferred, not required)

Skills & Abilities:

• Possesses problem-solving skills, basic computer skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

Boardman General Surgery

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a ll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail] .