Certified Medical Assistant - Granville Family Practice

Licking Memorial Health Systems • Granville, OH

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization dedicated to improving community health. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, including emergency medicine, home healthcare, and specialized services like cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness. Joining the LMHS team offers a unique opportunity to impact the health and well-being of the local community. The organization is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring respectful and compassionate care for all. LMHS focuses on patient safety, utilizes state-of-the-art technology, and employs a passionate team of highly trained individuals.

Position Summary: Under the assessment and supervision of a Registered Nurse and according to established policies and procedures, performs patient care activities to assist health care providers in performing various technical/clinical procedures. This role requires the ability to provide basic care for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations.

Requirements

• Demonstrates ability to read, write, follow verbal or written instructions and perform simple mathematical calculations.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Maintains BCLS certification.
• Completes orientation as specified to acquire the necessary familiarity with LMHS policies, procedures and patient care techniques within assigned patient care areas.
• Demonstrates ability to assist in the care for pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients within the scope of the job description while under the supervision of a licensed physician, NP and/or RN.
• Demonstrate knowledge, skill and ability to perform: phlebotomy, ECG, vital signs, ear lavage, monofilament, glucometer, occult blood, visual and auditory acuity, strep screen, urinalysis, urine pregnancy, specimen collection and preparation as applicable to the practice setting.
• Competency with personal computer usage and medical record documentation.
• LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and as such, may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.

Nice To Haves

• AAMA or AMT Medical Assistant certification preferred upon hire and required within six months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Completes patient intake and discharge under supervision of a physician, NP, and/or RN. Completes appropriate documentation in the medical record (paper and EMR).
• Performs technical tasks, as authorized: checks vital signs, collects routine specimen, performs ECG, phlebotomy.
• Assists providers with procedures.
• Responds to emergency situations in a prompt and precise manner, and assists other health care providers as needed.
• Informs Physician, NP, or RN of patient's symptoms, reactions, progress and other information pertaining to patient's care. Documents information in the medical record (paper and electronic) according to policies and procedures.
• Presents a positive appearance and attitude demonstrating excellent guest relation skills, interpersonal skills and team values within the Professional Corporation, Health System and community.
• Observes and maintains patient, staff and confidentiality per policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as requested.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED