Medical Assistant OBGYN - Westlake

University Hospitals; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their OBGYN team in Westlake. In this vital role, you will manage patient flow, handle front desk responsibilities, and ensure compliance with health information standards. Your ability to communicate effectively and organize tasks will be essential in providing excellent patient care. This position offers a chance to grow your skills in a supportive environment, where your contributions will directly impact patient experiences. If you are passionate about healthcare and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage patient flow and perform front desk duties.
• Ensure compliance with policies regarding Protected Health Information.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Medical terminology

Education

Completion of a Medical Assistant Program

Job description

Job Description - Medical Assistant OBGYN - Westlake (may need to cover PTO, etc. at other west side offices) (240008ZW)

A Brief Overview
This position is responsible for fully performing basic Medical Assistant duties. Facilitates unit operations by managing patient flow. Responsible for all 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)

Work Experience

• 1+ years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant (Required)
• Previous OBGYN experience as a Medical Assistant (Preferred)

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)