Clinic-Based Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Coordination

KDMC Ashland Hospital Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

KDMC Ashland Hospital Corporation in the United States seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care and clinical support in an outpatient clinic. You will obtain histories, expedite flow, room patients, and stock supplies while navigating electronic health records and scheduling.

You will assist with medications, prior authorizations, tests, and consults, while maintaining service excellence.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area; equivalent education/experience considered.
• Certification as a CMA or equivalent is required; certifications listed in the job posting must be maintained.
• Experience handling electronic health records and clinic workflows is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Checks in and checks out patients, schedules tests and procedures, and verifies insurance coverage and authorizations.
• Prepares charts, enters charges, completes required paperwork, and maintains accurate medical records and documentation.
• Performs medical necessity checks, gathers and records health history, vital signs, and other pertinent data.
• Responds to patient phone calls, documents requests, and communicates with clinical staff and providers as needed.
• Provides basic patient care, performs point-of-care skills and clinical procedures within certification, and administers medications.
• Demonstrates service excellence, maintains patient privacy, and engages in patient and employee satisfaction initiatives.
• Works efficiently, prioritizes tasks, improves workflow, and collaborates within the interdisciplinary team.
• Assumes responsibility for professional development, completes required competencies, maintains certifications, and serves as a preceptor for new staff.
• Adheres to infection control, safety, and confidentiality guidelines, and supports wellness through patient/family education.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in a designated technical area

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)

National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

KDMC Ashland Hospital Corporation in the United States seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care and clinical support in an outpatient clinic. You will obtain histories, expedite flow, room patients, and stock supplies while navigating electronic health records and scheduling.

You will assist with medications, prior authorizations, tests, and consults, while maintaining service excellence.