Medical Assistant, Geriatric Medicine - Main Campus

University Hospitals; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Geriatric Medicine team at Main Campus. This outpatient role supports clinicians, rooms patients, records vitals, and helps maintain efficient patient flow.

The ideal candidate has a Medical Assistant program, at least 1 year of clinical experience, strong communication, and basic computer skills. Training on PHI compliance is provided, with a focus on patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program (Required)
• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• 1+ years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant (Required)
• CMA/BLS preferred within 90 days

Responsibilities

• Facilitates unit operations by managing patient flow.
• Performs front desk duties specific to department (scheduling, collecting payor information).
• Performs patient-centered care delegated by Provider.
• Maintains a safe environment for patients.
• Complies with policies and PHI requirements.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Patient-centered care

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

Medical Assistant Program

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic medical record (EMR)

Job description

Job Description - Medical Assistant, Geriatric Medicine - Main Campus (260008DE)

Medical Assistant, Geriatric Medicine - Main Campus - ( 260008DE )

A Brief Overview

The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support in an outpatient setting. This role includes but not limited to rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, documenting in the electronic medical record, assisting with procedures, supporting providers, and promoting efficient patient flow while delivering patient-centered care.

What You Will Do

• Facilitates unit operations by managing patient flow.
• Responsible for all front desk duties specific to department, including scheduling patients, collecting and verifying patient payor information and other patient documentation.
• Performs patient centered care delegated by Provider
• Provides a safe environment for patients

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program (Required) and
• High School Equivalent / GED (Required)

Work Experience

• 1+ years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant (Required)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Able to communicate effectively with people from varied socioeconomic backgrounds. (Required proficiency)
• Able to organize changing work assignments. (Required proficiency)
• Medical terminology knowledge. (Preferred proficiency)
• Basic patient care skills (Required proficiency)
• Patient focused (Required proficiency)
• Positive and willing to learn (Required proficiency)
• Computer skills (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) (Preferred)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) (Preferred within 90 Days)

Physical Demands

• Standing Frequently
• Walking Frequently
• Sitting Rarely
• Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Balancing Occasionally
• Stooping Frequently
• Kneeling Frequently
• Crouching Frequently
• Crawling Occasionally
• Reaching Frequently
• Handling FrequentlyGrasping Frequently
• Feeling Constantly
• Talking Constantly
• Hearing Constantly
• Repetitive Motions Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

• 10%