Compassionate Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Procedures

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Health reimbursement accounts

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Holidays

Wellness program

Job summary

Ohio State University Physicians is seeking a Medical Assistant to support direct patient care in outpatient settings. Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking histories, and assisting with exams and procedures.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, with a Medical Assistant Program diploma and/or 1 year of experience preferred. Certifications are encouraged, with tuition reimbursement available for certification pursuits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Diploma from Medical Assistant Program preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of medical assisting experience or equivalent.
• Military Medic or EMT-P training considered.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medical documentation

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program diploma

1 year medical assisting experience

Military Medic training

EMT-P training

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Ohio State University Physicians is seeking a Medical Assistant to support direct patient care in outpatient settings. Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking histories, and assisting with exams and procedures.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, with a Medical Assistant Program diploma and/or 1 year of experience preferred. Certifications are encouraged, with tuition reimbursement available for certification pursuits.