Medical Assistant, OBGYN/REI

UC Health; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team. This role is pivotal in providing both administrative and clinical support, ensuring optimal patient care and efficient clinic operations. As part of a collaborative environment, you'll engage with patients, assist in treatments, and maintain essential records. You'll have the opportunity to grow your skills and contribute to a mission of healing and hope. If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a dynamic setting, this position offers a fulfilling career path.

Qualifications

• Minimum required: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: 7 - 11 months equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Obtains vital signs, EKGs, and laboratory specimens.
• Coordinates ancillary services like diagnostic testing and admissions.
• Maintains a safe and healthy work environment.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Medical Terminology

Computer Applications

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.

UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.

The Medical Assistant functions as an integral part of the Clinical office staff where the Medical Assistants perform administrative and clinical duties. Responsible for obtaining intake information for a specific patient population, performing tasks and treatments as delegated by licensed personnel, and providing direct patient care as required. Responsible for scheduling tests and procedures ordered by the physician and providing limited patient education and instructions related to these tests and procedures.

Qualifications

Minimum Required: High School Diploma or GED. | Preferred: 7 - 11 Months equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Patient Population (Clinical Only):

Engages in population-appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/families regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in assessment, initial treatment, and continuing care. Identifies physical limitations and deploys interventions when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to behavioral health problems. Interprets population-related data and plans care accordingly. Responds to psychological, religious, or cultural needs. Performs treatments, administers medication, or operates equipment safely. Recognizes signs of abuse or neglect.

Obtains vital signs, EKGs, laboratory specimens, and other necessary information following Medical Assistant competencies and universal precautions.

Assists providers in documenting notes, orders, and prescriptions in the Electronic Medical Record, with documents pended for review, editing, and signing.

Prepares and maintains the clinic area, including cleaning, stocking examination rooms, daily setup, securing computer equipment, and maintaining diagnostic equipment.

Returns routine patient calls, such as prescription refills or pre-certifications, with proper documentation.

Coordinates ancillary services like diagnostic testing, hospital procedures, admissions, additional visits, and medical records.

Maintains a professional, positive, and cooperative demeanor with patients, staff, physicians, and management.

Ensures a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and regulations, maintaining confidentiality, and understanding legal responsibilities. Seeks knowledge of quality measures and patient experience.

Administrative Duties include:

• Using computer applications
• Answering telephones
• Greeting patients, updating, and filing medical records
• Coding and filling insurance forms
• Scheduling appointments
• Arranging hospital admissions and lab services
• Handling correspondence, billing, and bookkeeping
• Assisting in age-appropriate care for specific patient populations, including direct patient care