Medical Assistant I - UHMSO UH Westshore Primary Care Westlake

University Hospitals; Westlake (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team. This role involves managing patient flow, assisting with front desk operations, and ensuring compliance with health information protocols. Ideal candidates will have completed a Medical Assistant program or a state-accredited paramedic program and possess strong communication and organizational skills. Join a dynamic healthcare environment where your contributions will make a difference in patient care and support a team committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program or Paramedic Certification is required.
• 1+ years clinical experience as a Medical Assistant or Paramedic is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient flow and assist with front desk duties.
• Collect and verify patient documentation and scheduling.

Skills

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Medical Terminology

Education

Medical Assistant Program

State Accredited Paramedic Program

Job description

Job Description - Medical Assistant I - UHMSO UH Westshore Primary Care Westlake (250002TF)

Medical Assistant I - UHMSO UH Westshore Primary Care Westlake - ( 250002TF )

A Brief Overview

This position is responsible for performing basic Medical Assistant duties.

What You Will Do

• Facilitates unit operations by managing patient flow.
• Assist with front desk duties specific to department, including scheduling patients, collecting and verifying patient payor information and other patient documentation.

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) or
• Graduated from a state accredited paramedic program with State of Ohio Paramedic Certification (Required)

Work Experience

• 1+ years clinical experience as a Medical Assistant or a Paramedic (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)

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) (Preferred)

Physical Demands

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

Travel Requirements

• 10%