Medical Assistant North Ohio Heart Elyria

University Hospitals Pain Management; Elyria (OH); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Pain Management is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in an outpatient setting. Responsibilities include rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, documenting in the EMR, and assisting providers to promote efficient patient flow.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, PHI protection, and adherence to department policies. A focus on coordinating front desk duties and supporting a smooth patient experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience providing clinical and administrative support in outpatient settings.
• Ability to document in electronic medical records and obtain vital signs.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and safeguarding PHI per UH policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient flow and facilitate unit operations.
• Schedule patients and verify payor information and documentation.
• Assist with rooming and basic clinical tasks as delegated by providers.
• Maintain a safe environment and comply with PHI policies.

Skills

Vital signs

EMR documentation

Clinical assistance

Administrative support

Patient flow management

PHI security and privacy

Tools

EMR system

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.