Lead Medical Assistant (CMA) - Total Health and Wellness

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Lead Medical Assistant (CMA) for the Total Health and Wellness program within Ambulatory Services. The role provides clinical and administrative support to physicians, nurses, and patients to enhance patient experience, quality, and efficiency.

The Medical Assistant may perform advanced clinical tasks without supervision and handles specimen collection, preparation, and room setup.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant Training Program.
• Medical Assistant certification is required (CMA, NRCMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA).
• 4 years of relevant experience required; 6+ years preferred.

Education

Medical Assistant Training Program

Job description

Job Title

Lead Medical Assistant (CMA) - Total Health and Wellness

Department

Ambulatory Services | OSU Total Health and Wellness

Scope of Position

A Medical Assistant is responsible for providing clinical and administrative support to ensure the efficient operation of the medical office or hospital. This position will support physicians, providers, nurses and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, documentation, and communication with a focus on patient experience, quality, and efficiency.

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant will support the patient care treatment process by assisting the physicians, nurse practitioners and other clinical staff in the appropriate delivery of patient care services. The Medical Assistant may be expected to perform multiple advanced clinical support tasks without supervision.

Medical Assistants collect and prepare laboratory specimens, dispose of contaminated supplies, and sterilize medical instruments. This position will arrange examining-room instruments and equipment, maintain supplies and equipment, and keep waiting and examining rooms neat and clean. The Medical Assistant verifies patient information by interviewing patient; recording medical history; confirming purpose of visit. This position prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• The successful completion of a Medical Assistant Training Program.
• Medical Assistant certification is required with the approved certifications (i.e. CMA, NRCMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA).
• 4 years of relevant experience required. 6 ormore years of relevant experience preferred.

Additional Information

The university will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Location

Eastland Prosperity Center (2577)

Position Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.