Medical Assistant / Clinical Assistant

Southwoods Health; Boardman (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Stable daytime schedule

Job summary

Southwoods Health in Boardman, OH seeks a Medical Assistant to lead patient intake, take vitals, and assist with labs. You will schedule procedures, coordinate with surgical teams, and ensure accurate EMR data while handling complex insurance authorizations.

Candidates with Medical Assistant certification and 1+ year patient care experience are encouraged to apply. A stable, daytime schedule supports work-life balance in a busy outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of direct patient care experience.
• Experience with medical records and patient intake processes.
• Exposure to insurance authorization workflows is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead patient intake by rooming patients, obtaining vitals, and recording medications.
• Schedule procedures and surgeries and coordinate with vendors.
• Ensure data integrity within EMR and manage insurance authorizations.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with OSHA/TJC standards.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Medical Assistant certification

Tools

EMR software

Scheduling software

Job description

• Schedule: Full-Time | Consistent Daytime Hours (No late nights or weekends!)

• Location: Boardman, Ohio
• Schedule: Full-Time | Consistent Daytime Hours (No late nights or weekends!)
• Shift: Monday – Friday, rotating schedule 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, 8:30am AM - 5:00 PM.

About Southwoods Health

At Southwoods, it’s not just about the treatment, but how you’re treated. We are a rapidly growing, locally owned healthcare system dedicated to delivering patient-focused, high-quality care. In this role, you aren’t just an employee; you are a vital partner to our physicians, ensuring our patients receive comprehensive care in a welcoming environment.

What You’ll Do (Essential Duties)

• Clinical Support: Lead patient intake by rooming patients, obtaining vitals, recording medications, and processing lab specimens.
• Patient Coordination: Schedule procedures and surgeries, coordinate with surgical vendors, and manage physician block times.
• Administrative Excellence: Ensure data integrity within Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and manage complex insurance authorizations.
• Compliance: Maintain strict patient confidentiality and uphold all OSHA and The Joint Commission (TJC) standards.

What You’ll Need (Qualifications)

• Experience: 1+ years of direct patient care experience.
• Diverse Backgrounds Welcome: We actively seek candidates with experience as an STNA, Phlebotomist, CNA, or Pharmacy Tech.
• Education: Medical Assistant schooling is a plus, but we welcome all candidates with relevant healthcare experience.
• Skills: Exceptional customer service, multitasking in fast-paced clinics, and proficiency in medical record databases.

Why Join the Southwoods Team?

• Competitive Package: All opportunities are backed by a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside top healthcare professionals in a supportive, growth-oriented setting.
• Stability: Enjoy a stable, predictable schedule that respects your work-life balance.