MEDICAL ASSISTANT - ORRVILLE

Aultman Health Foundation; Orrville (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Aultman Health Foundation in Orrville, OH is seeking a certified medical assistant to provide clinical support and patient education. You will work closely with physicians and staff to ensure quality care and efficient patient flow.

Responsibilities include taking vitals, recording medications, performing EKGs, and documenting in the EHR. The position requires CPR certification and adherence to HIPAA, OSHA, and TB testing protocols.

Qualifications

• CPR certification is required.
• Interpersonal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of working as part of a team and independently.
• A professional and compassionate manner is required.

Responsibilities

• Check physician schedules frequently for add-ons or updates.
• Review patient records before visits to ensure completeness and test results are available.
• Room patients promptly, obtain vital signs, height/weight, and current medication lists.
• Perform EKGs according to policy.
• Copy and release medical records per procedures.
• Document accurately in patient charts.
• Educate patients about tests and medications ordered.
• Return patient calls by end of business day.
• Notify physicians of abnormal lab/test results promptly.
• Restock and clean exam rooms as needed.
• Use the EHR to document patient interactions for physicians.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Practice Coordinator or Manager.

Skills

CPR certification

Interpersonal communication

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Patient interaction

High-stress performance

Professional demeanor

Education

Medical Assisting Program or certification

Job description

• Qualified candidates can receive up to a $2,400 sign-on bonus with this position. Apply today to learn more!**

• Qualified candidates can receive up to a $2,400 sign-on bonus with this position. Apply today to learn more!**

Summary

The primary purpose is to provide clinical support to the physician, provide patient and family education, and work cooperatively with the remainder of the office structure.

• Graduate of an approved Medical Assisting Program or certification
• Current certified/credentialed medical assistant.
• Must have current up-to-date CPR training.
• Must adhere to office policy of yearly TB testing, OSHA and HIPAA training.
• Evidence of good health as evidence of infrequent absenteeism.
• Ability to meet and interact with the public in a mature, courteous and professional manner.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under conditions of high stress.
• Must be able to work as a team and independently.
• Positive, friendly, and compassionate.
• Must poses the ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment

Responsibilities

• Checks physician schedules frequently for any add-ons or updates.
• Inspects patient's medical record prior to visit to insure completeness as well as making sure the results of tests are available.
• Rooms patients in a timely fashion making sure to identify patient and compare with chart. Obtains vital signs, height, weight, and current accurate list of medications and all pertinent information needed for the physician to assess the patient.
• Performs EKG according to policy and protocol.
• Copies and releases medical records according to office procedures.
• Documents properly and legally in patient's chart.
• Correctly educates patient for all testing and medications that are ordered.
• Returns phone calls to patients by the end of the business day.
• Notifies physician promptly of abnormal lab/test results.
• Restocks and cleans exam rooms after use according to protocol.
• Uses the EHR to accurately document and inform physicians of patient interactions.
• Any other duties as assigned my Practice Coordinator or Manager

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Working Conditions

• Normally Monday through Friday with a lunch break daily. Lunch breaks are coordinated with other staff members for adequate coverage.
• May require paid overtime before or after normal working hours.
• Subject to frequent interruptions during performance of duties.
• Expected to adhere to office policy and procedures.
• Subject to blood and body fluid exposure.