Medical Assistant

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University’s Student Health Services seeks a Medical Assistant to join a multidisciplinary team at Wilce Student Health Center. You will engage with students, take histories, record vital signs, assist clinicians, and support ambulatory care in a busy clinical setting.

This on-site role, Monday–Friday 8am–5pm, requires completing an accredited MA program, a high school diploma, and BLS-HCW certification; prior front-line service is preferred. Training in EHR will be provided.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate of accredited medical assistant program.
• 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Must obtain BLS-HCW certification before start date.
• 2 to 4 years of relevant work experience is desirable.
• MA certification (CMA/NRCMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient reason for visit and document vitals.
• Assist providers with procedures.
• Prepare exam rooms and equipment.
• Administer injections as directed.
• Document all information in the electronic health record.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduated from accredited medical assistant program

BLS-HCW certification

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

Job Title: Medical Assistant Department: Student Life | Student Health Services Student Health Services serves the health care needs of OSU students. The Medical Assistant (MA) works with a multi-disciplinary team of Healthcare Professionals to provide primary care and ambulatory care, in a clinical setting to students at The Ohio State University. The MA serves as one of the primary initial contacts within clinical services; by providing patient care, obtaining patient reason for visit, vital signs, and other clinical information; assists providers with procedures; prepare exam rooms, administers injections, cares out clinical orders and documents all information in the electronic health record. Work hours are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.

Required Qualifications Required: High school graduate or equivalent; graduate of an accredited medical assistant school; 1 year of relevant work experience; excellent verbal and written communication skills; knowledge of medical terminology; must obtain Basic Life Support- Health Care Worker (BLS-HCW) certification prior to start date; previous front-line customer service experience. Desired: 2 to 4 years of relevant work experience; 1 year of work experience in an outpatient medical facility; Medical Assistant certification is with the approved certifications (i.e. CMA, NRCMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA): 6 months of electronic health information system training or experience; keyboarding training or experience.

Additional Information: Targeted hiring range is: $16.65 to $21.77/hr. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, the unit’s available budget, and the selected candidate’s qualifications. For a complete application, submit both a cover letter and resume. Qualified candidates may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen and background check.

Career Roadmap Designation https://hr.osu.edu/career-roadmap/ Function: Clinical Support Sub function: Medical Assistant Career Level: T1 to T2 Office of Student Life Mission Statement: The Office of Student Life fosters students’ development, learning, well-being and sense of belonging; empowers students to achieve their academic, personal and professional goals; and prepares students to be engaged in a global society.

Location: Wilce Student Health Center (0294) 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.

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• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

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