MA, Medical Assistant

Mount Carmel Health System; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Day-one benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

DailyPay

Job summary

Mount Carmel Health System in Columbus, OH is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Neurosurgery team. Under the provider or RN supervision, you will welcome patients, take heights, weights and vitals, review medical history, and assist with referrals and prior authorizations using EPIC.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years medical office experience, or a health degree; CMA/registration preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1-2 years medical experience or higher degree.
• Graduate/Completion of medical assistant program preferred.
• Medical Assistant Certification/Registration preferred.
• EMT/EMT-P or Military Medical Corpsman training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and room patients: height, weight and vitals.
• Review medical history and chief complaints; gather information.
• Referral and prior authorization.
• Answer inbox messages, patient follow-up calls and messages.
• Using EPIC for documentation and orders.

Education

High school diploma or GED

2+ years medical office experience

Graduate of medical assistant program

Medical Assistant Certification or Registration

EMT/EMT-P or Military Medical Corpsman training

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: At Mount Carmel, we work to continuously inspire one another. Here, all are welcome. It is this culture of humility and compassion that sets Mount Carmel apart. We see the big picture and do the right thing. That means a dedication to the well-being our both our colleagues and the patients they serve.

Position Purpose

• The Medical Assistant will function within the State of Ohio scope of practice to administer direct care to patients, functioning under the direction of the provider or registered nurse and practice manager, following all policies and procedures including Mount Carmel Health System, Mount Carmel Medical Group and department specific policies and procedures.
• Specialty: Neurosurgery
• Location : 85 McNaughten Rd, Columbus, Ohio 43213
• Hours of office: Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

What You Will Do

• Welcome and room patients: heigh, weight and vitals
• Review medical history chief complaints and gather other information
• Referral and prior authorization
• Answer in basket message, patient follow up calls and message
• Using EPIC

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Highschool Diploma or GED with 1-2 years Medical experience OR Graduate Bachelors or Associates in science/health degree BUT Graduate/Completion of a medical assistant program preferred, Medical Assistant Certification or Registration preferred, or Graduate of EMT, EMT-P, or Military Medical Corpsman training preferred.
• Licensure / Certification: MCMG Only: Nationally recognized Medical Assistant Certification or Registration, preferred.
• Experience: One to two years medical assisting experience preferred. In lieu of required education, two to three years of previous medical office experience is required.
• Current BLS/CPR, and must maintain current certification

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision with coverage starting on day one.
• Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one.
• Generous paid time off programs.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement starting on day one.
• RN to BSN tuition 100% paid at Mount Carmel’s College of Nursing.
• Relocation assistance (geographic and position restrictions apply).
• Employee Referral Rewards program.
• Mount Carmel offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible colleague, you’ll be able to see how much you’ve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday.You deserve to get paid every day!
• Opportunity to join Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Colleague Resource Groups.

Mount Carmel, a member of Trinity Health, has been a transforming healing presence in Central Ohio for over 135 years. Mount Carmel serves over 1.3 million patients each year at our four hospitals, free-standing emergency centers, outpatient facilities, surgery centers, urgent care centers, primary care and specialty care physician offices, community outreach sites and homes across the region. Mount Carmel College of Nursing offers one of Ohio's largest undergraduate, graduate, and doctor of nursing programs. If you’re seeking a rewarding career where your purpose, passion, and desire to make a difference come alive, we invite you to consider joining our team. Here, care is provided by all of us For All of You!

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.