Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine
About The Position
Join Cleveland Clinic’s Hillcrest Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Hillcrest Hospital has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in Cleveland and Ohio. Here, you will work with and learn from some of our best caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Hillcrest Hospital’s Internal Medicine team provides patients above the age of 18 with comprehensive, coordinated care to prevent, diagnose and treat common adult problems. As a Medical Assistant, you will utilize your medical assisting skills to provide care to patients under the supervision of a physician or nurse in an ambulatory setting. A caregiver in this position works primarily day shifts from 8:00am to 5:00pm or 7:30am to 8:00pm.
Requirements
- Graduate from an approved medical assisting program OR military training as a hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W) or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1).
- Completion of a clinical externship OR extensive clinical experience.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross. If you do not hold this certification, you must obtain it during your new hire period.
Nice To Haves
- Medical Assisting certification.
- Successful completion of a Cleveland Clinic externship.
Responsibilities
- Assist with performing screenings and treatments by gathering and updating information related to health maintenance, identifying medication changes, updating allergy information, collecting specimens, performing tests and documenting patient care.
- Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition.
- Maintain equipment, medical supplies and examination areas.
- Perform administrative/clerical duties, such as filing, reception, scheduling, data entry and patient registration.
Benefits
- Drug-free environment
- Influenza vaccination program
- Equal employment opportunity
- Investment in health, well-being and future
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
