Medical Assistant I — Day Shift, 0.9 FTE, $19.75-$22.89

Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cincinnati Children’s Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide competent technical and clinical services under the supervision of a nurse or physician. The role requires handling procedures, examinations, and family-centered care while supporting the care team with accurate documentation and data management.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, patient preparation, education for families, and maintaining patient records

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of a program in Medical Assisting AND No directly related experience OR Completion of a formal medical services training program of the US armed forces OR 1 year of work experience in a related job discipline

Responsibilities

• Patient Care- Provide competent technical and clinical services and flex daily needs based on CCHMC policy, best practice guidelines and department needs. Assist care providers with procedures and physical exams of patients. Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Provide care consistent with the family-centered care and medical home models. Provide flexible, culturally competent and responsive care to the needs of the patient and family. Treat families as full partners with decision making processes regarding their child’s care, which includes offering information, services and support in a collaborative and respectful manner.
• Customer Service- Act as a customer advocate and strive to better meet the needs of, and to support, patients and/or families. Utilize a customer focus to complete assignments and/or interact with customers in a courteous, attentive and conscientious manner. Respond quickly to parent requests and concerns. Provide appropriate education/information to patients and/or families.
• Collaboration- Work collaboratively/cooperatively with others and follow complex direction to resolve problems and achieve goals. Develop positive working relationships with peers/colleagues and acknowledges others skills, experience, knowledge, creativity and contributions. Share knowledge and/or provide support for team members. Contribute to and promote a positive and professional work environment/atmosphere.
• Data Management- Manage records per department policy. Assist with collection of data for various forms. Obtain consent and release of information forms when indicated. Maintain patient files, records and other information. Demonstrate adherence to established documentation practices with accurate and detailed data entry and document management.
• Laboratory Work and Testing- May manage specimens per protocols. Maintain knowledge of all routine testing processes and retrieve test results. Communicate normal lab results as appropriately delegated.

Job description

The Cincinnati Children’s Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide competent technical and clinical services under the supervision of a nurse or physician. The role requires handling procedures, examinations, and family-centered care while supporting the care team with accurate documentation and data management.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, patient preparation, education for families, and maintaining patient records