Pediatric Medical Assistant - 4 Day Week, Benefits Eligible

Central Ohio Primary Care Physicians, Inc.; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Ohio Primary Care Physicians, Inc. in Westerville, OH, is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide both administrative and clinical support in Associated Pediatrics. You will help ensure efficient delivery of primary care and a positive patient experience.

Responsibilities include assisting the care team, taking vitals, drawing blood, administering injections, documenting in the EHR, and coordinating referrals, all while maintaining HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program.
• MA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the clinical care team to deliver the best care for our patients.
• Foster direct communication between the care team, patient/caregiver and care providers to optimize outcomes.
• Collaborate with care team members to address gaps in care (chart prep).
• Promote and facilitate improved clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction, and efficient use of resources.
• Act as a patient advocate to ensure highest quality of care.
• Set up medical equipment, perform related tests, administer injections, and perform routine specimen collection and point-of-care tests.
• Interview patients regarding medical concerns and obtain medical history.
• Measure and record vital signs (pulse, temp, BP, height, weight) in EHR.
• Responsible for blood draws and specimen processing.
• Assist in performing routine medical procedures as requested.
• Prepare patients and treatment rooms for exams, drape patients, position instruments.
• Review physician orders and lab requests; follow up as needed; call in prescriptions/refills as directed.
• Communicate test results to patients as directed.
• Assist in patient education with educational tools, flyers, and handouts.
• Assist with forms and patient paperwork (referrals, prior authorizations, etc.).
• Respond to patient calls as appropriate.
• Maintain a clean and confidential work area in alignment with HIPAA.
• Attend meetings and participate in classroom activities as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient communication

EHR documentation

Medical terminology

Vaccine administration

Patient education

Safety awareness

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Graduate of a Medical Assistant program

MA certification (preferred)

Job description

Central Ohio Primary Care Physicians, Inc. in Westerville, OH, is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide both administrative and clinical support in Associated Pediatrics. You will help ensure efficient delivery of primary care and a positive patient experience.

Responsibilities include assisting the care team, taking vitals, drawing blood, administering injections, documenting in the EHR, and coordinating referrals, all while maintaining HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.