Medical Assistant- Central Ohio Medicine

Central Ohio Primary Care; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

Central Ohio Primary Care in Columbus, OH is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide both administrative and clinical support, ensuring a smooth, compassionate, and patient-centered experience. This full-time role supports the clinical care team and helps optimize patient flow and outcomes.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 7:30am–4:30pm, Friday 7:30am–4:00pm. Responsibilities include room preparation, vital signs, specimen collection, vaccine administration, phlebotomy, EHR documentation, patient

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ohio Practical Nurse license preferred.
• Graduate of Medical Assistant program preferred.
• MA certification preferred.
• STNA/EMT/Phlebotomist background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the clinical care team to deliver the best care for our patients.
• Foster direct communication between care team, patient/caregiver and care providers to optimize outcomes.
• Collaborate with care team to address gaps in care (chart prep).
• Promote improved clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction; ensure efficient use of resources.
• Act as patient advocate to ensure high quality of care; maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Patient communication

Vaccine administration

Vital signs

HIPAA compliance

EHR documentation

Phlebotomy / specimen collection

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred: Practical Nurse licensed in the State of Ohio

Preferred: Graduate of Medical Assistant program

Preferred: MA certification

Preferred: STNA / EMT / Phlebotomist background

Job description

The Medical Assistant provides both administrative and clinical support to ensure efficient primary care delivery while fostering a smooth, compassionate, and patient-focused experience.

• Full Time/Benefits Eligible
• Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm, Friday - 7:30am - 4:00pm
• Columbus, OH

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with the clinical care team to deliver the best care for our patients.
• Foster a climate allowing for direct communication between the care team, patient/caregiver and appropriate care providers to optimize outcomes.
• Collaborate with other care team members to address gaps in care (chart prep).
• Promote and facilitate improved clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction, as well as efficient use of resources.
• Act as a patient advocate to ensure highest quality of care for our patients.
• Set-up medical equipment and perform related tests as applicable, administer injections, and perform routine specimen collection and point of care tests.
• Responsible for vaccine administration as directed.
• Interview patients regarding medical concerns and obtain medical history.
• Measure and record vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, height and weight in patients’ EHR.
• Responsible for blood draws and specimen processing.
• Assist in performing routine medical procedures as requested.
• Prepare patients and treatment rooms for exams. Drape patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment.
• Review physician orders and lab requests and follows up as needed. Call in prescriptions/order refills as approved and directed.
• Communicate test results to patients as directed.
• Assist in patient education with related educational tools, periodicals, flyers, and handouts.
• Assist with applicable forms and patient paperwork (not limited to processing of referrals, prior authorizations or pre-certifications, etc.).
• Respond to patient phone calls, as appropriate.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area. Maintain patient confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA regulation.
• Attend meetings and participate in classroom activities as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education, Licensures & Certifications

• Required: High School diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: Practical Nurse Licensed in the State of Ohio
• Preferred: Graduate of a Medical Assistant program
• Preferred: MA certification
• Preferred: State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Phlebotomist or equivalent clinical background/training.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Self-disciplined, energetic, passionate, and innovative
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and other external parties in a courteous and friendly manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures
• Ability to communicate clearly and document efficiently in EHR
• Knowledge in vaccine administration, storage, handling and documentation
• Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology
• Knowledge of patient care and examination procedures
• Knowledge of using medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
• Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications, as directed
• Skill in taking vital signs
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public
• Customer service skills; social perceptiveness and service oriented
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work