Medical Assistant - Part-Time - Free Health Center

TriHealth; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 16,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Shift differentials where applicable

Professional growth opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

TriHealth is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant at Good Samaritan Free Health Center in Cincinnati to aid physicians in exams and treatments. You will interview patients, record vital signs, prepare rooms, and maintain charts in a patient-centered team setting.

The role requires a graduate of an accredited MA program, certifications (RMA/CMA) or equivalent, CPR current, and preferred bilingual English/Spanish communication.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved technical, professional or vocational program.
• RMA or CMA certification; CPR current; RN/LPN licensure acceptable.
• EKG, injections, venipuncture performed per CLIA guidelines.
• Up to 1 year experience in a medical/physician office setting.
• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred; clear bilingual communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist the physician in examination and treatment of patients.
• Interview patients and measure vital signs; document charts.
• Prepare treatment rooms and maintain medical records.
• Cross-trained to enhance efficiency and continuity of care.
• Support patient care and safety/environmental duties.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Clinical procedures

Injections / venipuncture

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

At the Good Samaritan Free Health Center, you'll be part of a mission-driven team transforming the lives of uninsured adults by providing access to high-quality, comprehensive healthcare. As Ohio's largest urban free health center and the only one in Southwest Ohio open six days a week, we offer a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of our community. Our collaborative model brings together dedicated professionals and volunteers to deliver primary care, dental, behavioral health, nutrition counseling, and more under one roof. Here, your work directly supports underserved populations while contributing to an innovative care model that is both rare and nationally recognized.

Location: Good Samaritan Free Health Center, 3727 St. Lawrence Ave., Cincinnati OH

Schedule: Part-time, 20-working hours weekly including weekend scheduling.

Benefits: https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits *Please note: OPTIONAL positions are not eligible for TriHealth benefits*

We offer competitive shift differentials where applicable, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement.

Job Overview

This position assists the physician in examination and treatment of patients, performing miscellaneous delegated duties under the direction of physician. This position also interviews patients, measures vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and records information on patients' charts, and prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. The position will be cross-trained to perform duties to enhance efficiency and continuity of delivery of patient care; work cooperatively within the team concept demonstrating flexibility, motivation and commitment to quality patient care. This position’s tasks include patient related duties, medical record maintenance/documentation, and safety/environmental duties.

Job Requirements

• Graduate of an approved technical, professional ,or vocational program
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), through AMT, NCCT, or NHA, or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by AAMA, and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Current and active RN or LPN licensure also acceptable
• EKG
• Injections
• Venipuncture
• Performance of common lab tests according to establish CLIA guidelines and TriHealth policy
• Up to 1 year experience medical/physician office setting
• *Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred; ability to communicate clearly with Spanish-speaking patients and families

Job Responsibilities

• Exhibits professional image and behavior toward patients, visitors, physicians and employees and creates a positive impression consistent with professional etiquette.
• Demonstrates flexibility and/or initiative in seeking or accepting additional assignments.
• Exhibits dependability in areas such as attendance, punctuality and the timely performance of duties.
• Demonstrates proficiency in assisting with medical procedures on adults and children.
• Maintains the safety and cleanliness of the treatment area.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of clean and sterile procedures in the use of medical equipment.

Other Job-Related Information

Working Conditions

• Climbing - Rarely
• Hearing: Conversation - Frequently
• Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
• Kneeling - Rarely
• Lifting <10 Lbs. - Occasional
• Lifting <50 Lbs. - Occasional
• Pulling -