Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Front Desk

University Hospitals; Avon (OH); On-site; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals in Avon 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 electronic medical record, and assisting with procedures to promote efficient patient flow.

Completion of a Medical Assistant Program and High School Diploma or GED are required, with less than 1 year of clinical experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Effective communication with people from varied backgrounds.
• Ability to organize changing work assignments.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic patient care skills and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Medical terminology

Basic patient care

Patient focused

Positive attitude

Computer skills

Education

Medical Assistant Program

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

University Hospitals in Avon 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 electronic medical record, and assisting with procedures to promote efficient patient flow.

Completion of a Medical Assistant Program and High School Diploma or GED are required, with less than 1 year of clinical experience preferred.