Clinical Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Procedures

Ashtabula County Medical Center; Geneva Township (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashtabula County Medical Center in an Ambulatory Clinic setting is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and staff in delivering quality patient care. You will manage patient flow, take vital signs, prepare patients for exams, and assist with procedures under supervision.

Responsibilities include taking EKGs, spirometry, specimen collection, immunizations, and room cleaning while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. CPR/BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or its equivalent.
• Graduate of accredited medical assistant program REQUIRED. (Certification is not required)
• Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients, families, and employees
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to establish priorities
• Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient flow to and from exam rooms. Greets and escorts patients and families to the exam room.
• Obtains purpose of visit, vital signs, and documents appropriately.
• Prepares patients for physical exams
• Assists physicians and/or providers with office procedures involving direct patient care.
• Performs diagnostic tests such as EKGs and spirometry.
• Obtains specimens and performs screenings
• Administers immunizations and injections under the direct supervision of the physician.
• Cleans exam rooms after each patient visit.
• Inventories and stocks supplies and equipment for exam rooms
• Performs all duties in compliance with all federal and state regulations.
• Listens courteously and responds to patient questions, concerns, and/or refers to the appropriate individual.
• This role includes Protected Health Information (PHI) as part of regular responsibilities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

EMR knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Graduate of accredited medical assistant program

Job description

Ashtabula County Medical Center in an Ambulatory Clinic setting is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and staff in delivering quality patient care. You will manage patient flow, take vital signs, prepare patients for exams, and assist with procedures under supervision.

Responsibilities include taking EKGs, spirometry, specimen collection, immunizations, and room cleaning while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. CPR/BLS certification is required.