Surgical Medical Assistant | Frontline Clinical Support

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support administrative and clinical duties in the Cincinnati clinic. The role includes obtaining intake information, performing delegated tasks, and providing patient education for tests and procedures.

You will schedule tests, assist with documentation, and maintain a clean, organized clinical area. Responsibilities include vital signs, EKGs, specimen collection, and coordinating diagnostic services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience preferred: 7-11 months is suggested.
• Ability to communicate with patients and families clearly.
• Knowledge of growth and development milestones relevant to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Engages in population appropriate communication.
• Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks.
• Gives clear instructions to patients / family regarding treatment.
• Coordinates ancillary services such as diagnostic testing/imaging, hospital procedures and/or admission, additional patient visits, and acquisition of pertinent medical records.
• Maintain positive, professional and cooperative demeanor throughout all interactions with patients, staff, physicians and management.
• Obtain vital signs, EKG's, laboratory specimens and other necessary information as required for proper evaluation of patient.

Skills

Communication

Patient education

Interpersonal skills

Vital signs / EKG

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR/EHR

Job description

UC Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support administrative and clinical duties in the Cincinnati clinic. The role includes obtaining intake information, performing delegated tasks, and providing patient education for tests and procedures.

You will schedule tests, assist with documentation, and maintain a clean, organized clinical area. Responsibilities include vital signs, EKGs, specimen collection, and coordinating diagnostic services.