Compassionate Medical Assistant—Growth, Certification Support

Ohio State University Physicians; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University Physicians is seeking a Medical Assistant to support direct patient care and assist with routine medical procedures. The role involves rooming patients, taking vitals, interviewing patients, and preparing examination rooms in line with clinical protocols.

The position emphasizes teamwork within a large outpatient network, opportunities for certification, and potential for career growth within OSU healthcare services.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent along with at least one of the following:
• Diploma from a Medical Assistant Program
• Minimum of 1 year of medical assisting experience
• Military Medic training
• EMT-P (Paramedic) training
• Equivalent of 1 year combined relevant medical assisting experience and education

Responsibilities

• Room patients, measure and record vital signs such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration.
• Complete patient interview and history.
• Prepare patients for examinations, tests and treatments and explain procedures. Assist with procedures as ordered by physician.
• May assist in examinations, carry out treatments and special tests.
• Set up equipment and prepare medical treatment rooms for patients.
• Collect samples such as blood, urine and sputum from patients, and perform routine laboratory tests on samples.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program Diploma

EMT-P (Paramedic) training

Military Medic training

Job description

Ohio State University Physicians is seeking a Medical Assistant to support direct patient care and assist with routine medical procedures. The role involves rooming patients, taking vitals, interviewing patients, and preparing examination rooms in line with clinical protocols.

The position emphasizes teamwork within a large outpatient network, opportunities for certification, and potential for career growth within OSU healthcare services.