Outpatient Medical Assistant: Patient Flow & Front Desk

University Hospitals; Sandusky (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals in Sandusky seeks a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in an outpatient setting. The role includes rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, updating electronic medical records, assisting with procedures, and supporting providers to ensure efficient patient flow.

The ideal candidate has completion of a Medical Assistant program and a high school diploma or GED, with preferred CMA and BLS certifications.

Qualifications

• Able to communicate effectively with people from varied socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Able to organize changing work assignments.
• Medical terminology knowledge (preferred).
• Basic patient care skills (required).
• Patient-focused approach (required).
• Positive attitude (required).
• Computer skills (required).

Responsibilities

• Facilitates unit operations by managing patient flow.
• Assist with front desk duties: scheduling, collecting and verifying payor information and other patient documentation.
• Performs basic patient-centered care as delegated by provider.
• Provides a safe environment for patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Maintain PHI compliance per UH policies and orientation documentation.

Skills

Communication

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 Sandusky seeks a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in an outpatient setting. The role includes rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, updating electronic medical records, assisting with procedures, and supporting providers to ensure efficient patient flow.

The ideal candidate has completion of a Medical Assistant program and a high school diploma or GED, with preferred CMA and BLS certifications.