Credentialed Medical Asst/LPN-Vascular

Kettering Health; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physician offices on the first shift. Under supervision, you will assist with patient care, take vitals, document records, and help with lab procedures in a fast-paced office.

The role requires a Medical Assisting credential, BLS, and the ability to obtain CMA/CCMA/NCMA within a year. Prior medical office experience and strong teamwork are desirable.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or similar credential.
• BLS certification required; AED if applicable.
• Within 1 year, obtain/maintain CCMA or CMA or NCMA certification or RMA with MA program completion.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician, APP and RN in patient care and office tasks.
• Take vital signs and document in medical records.
• Provide patient instructions as directed by doctor or nurse.
• Assist with lab procedures and room stock management.
• Substitute for front desk duties as needed; perform other assigned tasks.

Skills

Medical office experience

Patient communication

Computer literacy

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate in Medical Assisting

BLS Certification

CCMA/CMA or NCMA prep

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Job Details

Physician Office | Kettering | Full-Time | First Shift

Responsibilities & Requirements

Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the physician, APP and registered nurse:

• 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.