Medical Assistant, Primary Care, Fulltime, First Shift

UCHealth • Cincinnati, OH

88d

About The Position

The Medical Assistant functions as an integral part of the Clinical office staff where the Medical Assistants perform administrative and clinical duties. Responsible for obtaining intake information for a specific patient population, performing tasks and treatments as delegated by licensed personnel and direct patient care as required. Responsible for scheduling test and procedures ordered by the physician and providing limited patient education and instructions associated with these tests and procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum Required: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: 7 - 11 Months equivalent experience.
• Must have attended medical assisting school.

Responsibilities

• Engages in population appropriate communication.
• Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks.
• Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment.
• Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient.
• Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems.
• Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately.
• Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from unique psychological needs or those associated with religious/cultural norms.
• Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely.
• Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.
• Obtain vital signs, EKG's, laboratory specimens and other necessary information as required for proper evaluation of patient.
• Assists the provider in documenting notes, orders and prescriptions by setting them up in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Prepare and maintenance of the clinic area including cleaning and stocking examination rooms.
• Return routine patient telephone calls such as prescription refills or pre-certification for medication.
• Coordinate ancillary services such as diagnostic testing/imaging, hospital procedures and/or admission.
• Maintain positive, professional and cooperative demeanor throughout all interactions with patients, staff, physicians and members of management.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures.
• Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping patient care information confidential.
• Assist in the implementation of age-appropriate care for specific patient population.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED