Medical Assistant Pediatrics -Amherst

University Hospitals

Amherst (OH)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 45,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

University Hospitals in Amherst is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Pediatrics clinic. The role provides clinical and administrative support in an outpatient setting, including rooming patients, taking vitals, documenting in the EMR, and assisting providers to promote efficient patient flow.

The ideal candidate will have a Medical Assistant program, a high school diploma or GED, and at least one year of clinical experience. CMA and BLS are preferred.

Qualifications

> Completion of a Medical Assistant program is required.
< High school diploma or GED required.
< Minimum 1 year of clinical Medical Assistant experience.
< Strong communication and organization skills.
< Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage patient flow and rooming in outpatient setting.
Schedule patients and verify payor information and other documentation.
Assist with patient-centered care delegated by Provider.
Maintain a safe environment for patients.
Perform other duties as assigned and adhere to policies.
Safely handle PHI per UH policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Basic patient care skills

Patient focused

Positive and willing to learn

Computer skills

Education

Medical Assistant Program

High School Equivalency / GED

Job description

Job Description - Medical Assistant Pediatrics -Amherst (260008Z6)

Medical Assistant Pediatrics -Amherst - ( 260008Z6 )

A Brief Overview

The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support in an outpatient setting. This role includes but not limited to rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, documenting in the electronic medical record, assisting with procedures, supporting providers, and promoting efficient patient flow while delivering patient-centered care.

What You Will Do

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.
Performs patient centered care delegated by Provider
Provides a safe environment for patients

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) and
High School Equivalent / GED (Required)

Work Experience

1+ years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant (Required)

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)
Basic patient care skills (Required proficiency)
Patient focused (Required proficiency)
Positive and willing to learn (Required proficiency)
Computer skills (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications