LPN - Full Time - Orthopedics - Norwalk

NOMS Healthcare•Norwalk, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

NOMS Healthcare is a physician-owned and physician-led organization focused on patient care and community betterment. We are seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team in Norwalk, Ohio. As a Medical Assistant, you will play a vital role in patient care, assisting providers with daily tasks, managing patient charts, scheduling appointments, and supporting in-office procedures. You will also assist the front desk with clerical duties as needed and represent the medical office positively. This role offers the opportunity to live our core values of being patient-centered, providing high-quality service, teamwork, community focus, and building trust.

Requirements

High School Diploma Required
Certified or Registered Medical Assistant certification required (CMA/ RMA/ ABR-OE)
Minimum of one-year work experience in a public contact job, preferably in a medical office environment
Knowledge of the health care field
Knowledge of information that must be conveyed to patients and their families
Skill in performing tasks correctly
Skill in tact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions
Skill in understanding patient education needs and effectively sharing information
Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor
Ability to be flexible and handle changing priorities
Ability to communicate clearly
Ability to project a pleasant and professional image
Ability to plan, prioritize and complete delegated tasks
Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring for others
Ability to apply written instructions and standardized work practices
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with physicians, co-workers, patients, and patient’s families

Nice To Haves

Graduate of medical assisting program preferred

Responsibilities

Fulfill patient care responsibilities as assigned, including checking schedules, accompanying patients to exam rooms, assisting with walking and transfers, collecting specimens, taking patient history, performing screenings, assisting with procedures, charting, and relaying instructions.
Fulfill clerical responsibilities as assigned, including managing patient records, obtaining reports, completing forms, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance, and managing charts.
Fulfill environmental responsibilities as assigned, including setting up instruments, cleaning exam rooms and equipment, maintaining the sterilizer, ordering and storing supplies, and restocking exam rooms.
Fulfill organizational responsibilities as assigned, including respecting patient rights, responding to emergency codes, and reporting patient or staff issues to supervisors.
Comply with all HIPAA and OSHA regulations and policies.
Other duties as assigned.