Medical Assistant- Clifton TriHealth Heart Institute

TriHealth; Montgomery (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

TriHealth is seeking a healthcare assistant to support physicians in patient examination and treatment. Responsibilities include measuring vital signs, maintaining medical records, and assisting with procedures. Candidates should have a High School Degree and Basic Life Support certification. Join a team committed to quality patient care and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Up to 1 year of healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with medical procedures on adults and children.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of the treatment area.
• Document patient information accurately.

Skills

Patient Care

Basic Life Support

EKG

Injections

Venipuncture

Education

High School Degree

Job description

Job Overview:

This position assists the physician in the examination and treatment of patients, performing delegated duties under the physician's supervision. Responsibilities include interviewing patients, measuring vital signs (pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, height), recording information on patients' charts, and preparing treatment rooms. The role involves cross-training to improve efficiency and ensure continuity of patient care, working cooperatively within a team, demonstrating flexibility, motivation, and a commitment to quality patient care. Tasks encompass patient-related duties, medical record maintenance, documentation, and safety/environmental responsibilities.

Job Requirements:

• High School Degree
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
• EKG
• Injections
• Venipuncture
• Performance of common lab tests according to CLIA guidelines and TriHealth policy
• Up to 1 year of healthcare experience

Job Responsibilities:

• Exhibit professionalism and create a positive impression with patients, visitors, physicians, and staff.
• Demonstrate flexibility and initiative in accepting additional tasks and learning new skills.
• Be dependable in attendance, punctuality, and timely completion of duties.
• Assist with medical procedures on adults and children proficiently.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of the treatment area.
• Follow principles of sterile procedures and proper use of medical equipment.

Working Conditions:

• Climbing: Rarely
• Hearing: Frequently (conversation and other sounds)
• Kneeling: Rarely
• Lifting <10 lbs.: Occasionally
• Lifting <50 lbs.: Occasionally
• Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Stooping: Occasionally
• Standing, Talking, Use of Hands, Color Vision, Visual Acuity (Far & Near), Walking: Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors:

At TriHealth, we prioritize serving our patients, communities, and team members. All staff are expected to embody the following behaviors:

• Serve: Welcome everyone, acknowledge and assist lost patients/guests, refrain from personal cell phone use in care areas.
• Excel: Address service breakdowns, prioritize waiting patients, improve quality and safety.
• Respect: Honor cultural and spiritual differences, respect opinions and contributions, speak positively about others.
• Value: Be punctual and prepared, maintain cleanliness, use resources efficiently.
• Engage: Recognize and thank team members, show courtesy and compassion.