Primary Care Medical Assistant - Care Coordination

AbsoluteCare; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

AbsoluteCare in Cincinnati seeks a Medical Assistant to support dedicated PCPs, facilitate visits, perform phlebotomy, and manage care coordination to meet care plan goals. You will document history, complete records, and ensure smooth clinic operations.

The role requires 3+ years MA experience, CPR certification, and proficiency with MS Office. Schedule is Mon-Fri 8:00–5:00 with a 1-hour lunch break; compensation is $20–$24 per hour.

Qualifications

• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant required.
• 3+ years of experience practicing as a medical assistant.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR training & certification.
• Phlebotomy skills.
• Able to react quickly in emergencies and identify appropriate staff during crises.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Act as the practice-based medical assistant, supporting onsite providers in facilitating high quality primary care that promotes appropriate healthcare utilization.
• Greet members in the waiting room, establish rapport.
• Prepare members for onsite and telehealth examination. Take vitals, perform appropriate social, behavioral, and medical age and condition-based screenings (e.g., point of care testing, EKG, spirometry, and eye exam).
• Close quality measure gaps.
• Maintain medical record completion. Document key aspects of medical and social history. Initiate medication reconciliation.
• Set a visit agenda with the member and provide warm handoff to the provider.
• Assist the provider with exams and minor office procedures.
• Perform phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens.
• Prepare and administer medications and vaccines with provider authorization.
• Review the after-visit summary with the member and ensure understanding through communication tools like teach-back and closing the loop.
• Ensure follow-up visits are scheduled prior to check out.
• Follow protocols for infection control, including proper cleaning and disinfection of medical equipment and clinical spaces.
• Prepare for and participate in daily huddle with the integrated care team.
• Perform pre-visit planning to ensure high quality provider visits.
• Coordinate services to complete primary care provider action plan tasks.
• Ensure the smooth flow of operations within the practice.
• Provide coverage support for fellow care team members as needed.
• Leverage strong time management skills to prioritize and balance member care responsibilities with role-specific tasks.

Skills

Phlebotomy skills

Certified Medical Assistant

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

AbsoluteCare in Cincinnati seeks a Medical Assistant to support dedicated PCPs, facilitate visits, perform phlebotomy, and manage care coordination to meet care plan goals. You will document history, complete records, and ensure smooth clinic operations.

The role requires 3+ years MA experience, CPR certification, and proficiency with MS Office. Schedule is Mon-Fri 8:00–5:00 with a 1-hour lunch break; compensation is $20–$24 per hour.