Medical Assistant North Ohio Heart Elyria

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

Job summary

University Hospitals in Elyria is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in an outpatient setting. You will room patients, obtain vital signs, document in the electronic medical record, and assist providers to promote efficient patient flow and high-quality care.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, safe environments, and adherence to UH policies. You will handle front desk tasks as needed and participate in PHI training and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Performs basic patient centered care as delegated by provider.
• Provides a safe environment for patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Maintains PHI security per UH policies.

Job description

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.
• Assist with front desk duties specific to department, including scheduling patients, collecting and verifying patient payor information and other patient documentation.
• Performs basic patient centered care as 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.