Medical Assistant - Vascular Surgery

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

Job summary

OhioHealth Corporation in Columbus, OH is seeking a Medical Assistant for a hybrid clinical/administrative role within the Vascular Surgeons Doctors department.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with related MA training or experience, day shift, and an emphasis on patient flow, EMR documentation, and quality improvement. A supportive team and ongoing training are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One of: High School Medical Assistant Career Tech Program, accredited School of Medical Assisting graduate, Military Medic training, Paramedic EMT-P, or 1+ year MA experience.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates efficient patient flow and prepares patients for visits.
• Completes Care Connect EMR documentation.
• Performs administrative duties and maintains EMR inbox.
• Maintains clean, safe environment and reports equipment issues.
• Communicates respectfully with patients and team.
• Supports care coordination and service delivery with the health care team.
• Collects and monitors patient data and needs as directed.
• Acts as SME for quality, performance improvement, and EMR usage.
• Assists with training and onboarding of new staff.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

High School Medical Assistant Career Technical Program

Graduation from accredited School of Medical Assisting

Military Medic training

Paramedic EMT-P certification

At least one year of experience as a physician-trained Medical Assistant

Tools

Care Connect EMR

EPIC Super User

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary

Minimum 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.

This position is structured as an equal blend of patient care support and front office coordination. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, routine clinical and administrative tasks. The hours for this role would be 8am - 4:30pm Monday through Friday. We are seeking a detail oriented and compassionate medical assistant to join the team in this hybrid role that combines both clinical and administrative responsibilities.

Responsibilities And Duties

• 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, OH policy and scope of practice.
• Successful completion of Care Connect EMR documentation skills.
• Performs necessary administrative duties that assure all information is current and updated. Includes maintenance and monitoring of EMR in basket.
• Maintains and cleans environment, work area, equipment, and communicates any equipment malfunctions to appropriate dept/unit personnel.
• Communicates with patients and customers in a respectful and caring manner.
• Communicates, collaborates, and anticipates the needs of the health care team to ensure continuity and quality of care and coordination of services.
• Collects and monitors patient data; reports patient data and patient need as directed.
• Maintains documentation guidelines around patient chargeable items/services.
• Ensures processes and services are continuously monitored for quality, cost effectiveness, and efficiency.
• Engages in process and quality improvement activities. Makes and implements recommendations to improve operational efficiency and to implement new services for areas of responsibility.
• Engages in continuous study of the entire professional field, including best practices, to maintain the professional competence, knowledge, and skills necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities.
• Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.
• Promotes and advocates for patient quality, safety, and experience initiatives. Acts as a role model.
• Serves as SME/resource to the dept/unit/practice in areas such as quality, performance improvement, and EMR (i.e., EPIC Super User).
• Has oversight of efficient and effective patient flow including preparing the patient for the visit/admission and providing specific services and education as determined by the providers in accordance with licensure and policy.
• Leads and supports development of standard work and develops necessary customizations.
• Functions as a clinical preceptor and is responsible for training new staff.
• Is compliant with scope of practice.
• As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.
• The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time.

Minimum Qualifications

High School or GED (Required). BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association.

Additional Job Description

Work Shift

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Department

Vascular Surgeons Doctors

Join us!

• if your passion is to work in a caring environment
• if you believe that learning is a life-long process
• if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment.