Medical Practice Tech

OhioHealth•Columbus, OH

About The Position

Provides administrative and basic-level clinical support to physician practices to help deliver quality healthcare services. This role does not function as a formal Medical Assistant, but may perform basic, non-invasive rooming and vital-sign skills when needed. The position includes training to gain clinical experience before placement into an ambulatory care site. The role requires attention to safety, quality, and efficiency as part of a High Reliability Organization.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Successful completion of clinical competencies established for the practice site.
Successful completion of Care Connect EMR documentation skills.
Compliance with scope of practice.

Responsibilities

Complete the clinical competencies established for the practice site to support efficient patient flow, including rooming, medication refills, and basic patient-care skills.
Complete Care Connect EMR documentation skills.
Perform administrative duties to ensure information is current and updated.
Pend medical orders and medication refills.
Perform and record vital signs and rooming.
Perform EKGs as necessary.
Document telephone encounters.
Communicate, collaborate, and anticipate the needs of the healthcare team to support continuity and quality of care and coordination of services.
Maintain and clean the environment, work area, and equipment, and report equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
Stock and clean exam rooms after use.
Report malfunctioning equipment or instruments and remove malfunctioning equipment from service.
Order and put away supplies.
Assist with patient transport when needed, such as using a wheelchair or walker.
Maintain office logs and rounding summaries.
Prepare office paperwork.
Enter external data accurately into the EMR system.
Communicate with patients and customers in a respectful and caring manner.
Complete required ongoing training and education, including department-specific requirements.
Promote and advocate for patient quality, safety, and experience initiatives and act as a role model.
Comply with scope of practice.