Medical Assistant: Patient Flow & Care Coordination

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth in Columbus, OH is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and practice staff with clinical and administrative tasks. Responsibilities include patient preparation, scheduling, and EMR documentation to ensure smooth visit flow under provider supervision.

The ideal candidate will hold a High School Diploma or GED, related Medical Assistant training or certification, and BLS certification, with prior experience in a similar clinical setting being a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent AND one of the following:
• Completion of a High School Medical Assistant Career Technical Program, or
• Graduation from an accredited School of Medical Assisting, or
• Completion of Military Medic training, or
• Certification as a Paramedic (EMT-P), or
• At least one year of experience as a physician-trained Medical Assistant in a similar clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician and/or practice staff with scheduling, messaging physician or other clinical associates, medication refills requests, prior authorizations, referral completion, and other clerical duties as assigned.
• Facilitates efficient and effective patient flow including preparing the patient for the visit and providing specific services as determined by providers in accordance with provider licensure and policy.
• Successful completion of Care Connect EMR documentation skills.
• Performs necessary administrative duties that assure all information is current and updated, including EMR in basket maintenance.

Skills

Math

Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS - Basic Life Support

Job description

OhioHealth in Columbus, OH is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and practice staff with clinical and administrative tasks. Responsibilities include patient preparation, scheduling, and EMR documentation to ensure smooth visit flow under provider supervision.

The ideal candidate will hold a High School Diploma or GED, related Medical Assistant training or certification, and BLS certification, with prior experience in a similar clinical setting being a plus.