MA, Medical Assistant

Mount Carmel Health System; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral rewards

Employer 401k match

Day-one benefits

Job summary

Mount Carmel Health System in Westerville, OH seeks a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care under supervision, performing rooming, vitals collection and history review.

The role supports providers and RNs, handles referrals and authorizations, and uses EPIC daily to document patient interactions. A valid MA program completion and CPR/BLS are preferred, with competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include high school diploma or GED with related medical experience; advanced degrees or MA programs preferred.
• Nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification/registration preferred for Mount Carmel Medical Group.
• 1–2 years medical assisting experience preferred; two–three years in a medical office acceptable in lieu of education.
• Current BLS/CPR certification required and must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and room patients: record height, weight and vitals.
• Review medical history and chief complaints; gather additional info.
• Process prior authorizations and referrals; perform EKGs.
• Handle in-basket messages and patient follow-up calls.
• Use the EPIC electronic health record system.

Education

Highschool Diploma or GED with 1-2 years medical experience

Graduate Bachelors or Associates in science/health degree

Graduate/Completion of a medical assistant program

Medical Assistant Certification or Registration preferred

Graduate of EMT, EMT-P, or Military Medical Corpsman training preferred

Tools

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Description:

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: Heart and Vascular

• Location: 477 Cooper Road, Suite 200, Westerville, OH 43081

• Hours of office: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

What You Will Do:

• Welcome and room patients: height, weight and vitals

• Review medical history chief complaints and gather other information

• Prior authorization and referrals

• EKGs

• 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.

• Relocation assistance (geographic and position restrictions apply).

• Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing.

• 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.

Ministry/Facility Information:

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.