Credentialed Medical Assistant-Infusion Center

Kettering Health; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Kettering Health is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant for Soin Medical Center in Beavercreek, Ohio, working daytime shifts. The role supports physicians and nursing staff by handling patient care, vitals, and front desk duties in a busy clinic setting.

Requirements include completion of an accredited Medical Assisting program and BLS certification; CCMA/CMA/NCMA eligibility within a year is expected. Prior medical office experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting program or Medical Office Management program.
• BLS certification required; AED if applicable.
• Within 1 year, attain CCMA/CMA/NCMA certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care and office functions.
• Provide patient instructions as directed by doctor/nurse.
• Take vital signs (BP, pulse, temp, respiration).
• Assist with procedures under supervision of nurses/physicians.
• Maintain medical records per procedures and forms.
• Stock exam rooms with supplies; ensure cleanliness and readiness.
• Substitute for receptionist/front desk as needed.
• Perform other duties assigned by physicians, nurses, or manager.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

Certificate or degree in Medical Assisting or Medical Office Management

BLS certification

CCMA/CMA/NCMA eligible

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Office software (MS Word/Email)

Job description

Soin Medical Center l Beavercreek l Part-time l Days

Responsibilities & Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Assists in providing care and performing office functions.
• Give instructions to patients as instructed by doctor/nurse.
• Takes blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respiration.
• Assists patients any time need is apparent or as directed by the nurse or physician(s).
• Assists with any procedures that have been taught through formal training or by licensed nurse or physician(s).
• Assists in lab procedures under the supervision of physician(s) and nurse and for which training has been given.
• Keeps medical records in accordance to procedures and forms.
• Follows principles of medical ethics for medical assistant.
• Keep rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies.
• May be requested to substitute for other office personnel and conduct responsibilities of receptionist/front desk.
• Any other assigned duties by physician(s), nurses or manager.

Preferred Qualifications

Qualifications:

Education Requirements

• Completion of an accredited program that meets nationally accepted standards-certificate or degree in Medical Assisting or Medical Office Management.
• BLS certification
• If employee's practice has issued AED, the employee is required to obtain and maintain current BLS certification.
• Must either have six months of experience as a Medical Assistant, OR, have graduated from an accredited MA or Medical Office Management program that meets nationally accepted standards.
• Within one year from date of hire, continued employment will require successful attainment and retention of CCMA, CMA (AAMA) or NCMA certification or RMA plus documented completion of a Medical Assisting program through an accredited institution of higher learning.

Skills/Others

• Previous experience in a medical environment preferred
• Office practice knowledge required to include examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures, medical equipment and instruments, common safety hazards and precautions, confidentiality/discretion
• Patient, courteous and tactful
• Ability to communicate and relate well with office staff, ancillary departments and the public
• Ability to follow direction, accept orders and perform repetitive tasks
• Computer literate word processing, email, experience in electronic medical records preferred
• Perform patient screening using established protocols

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God's love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.