School Based Medical Assistant
About The Position
The HealthCare Connection is seeking a School Based Medical Assistant to support providers and nurses in delivering high-quality care to children and adolescents in a school-based health center in Northern Hamilton County, Cincinnati, Ohio. The role includes preparing patients for exams, taking vital signs, assisting with procedures, administering vaccines, maintaining accurate medical records, and supporting smooth clinic operations. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to student health and well-being. The posting notes no weekends or evenings and early Fridays. This role is part of THCC’s Medical Assistant tier system, which includes Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), and Senior Medical Assistant levels. Placement is based on experience, certification, and qualifications. The HealthCare Connection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is conditioned upon legal authorization to work in the United States and successful completion of a background check and drug screen.
Requirements
- Graduate of a certified Medical Assistant program.
- Active CPR certification.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information and relate to people from diverse educational, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds.
- Proven computer skills; experience with electronic health records is preferred.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience in a community health nursing setting or private physician practice.
- Experience working with people from diverse educational, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds.
Responsibilities
- Assist providers with direct patient care, including interviewing patients and documenting vital signs, medical concerns, and conditions.
- Conduct requested screenings and tests.
- Draw blood and administer shots to patients.
- Respond to telephone inquiries.
- Maintain equipment and supplies in exam rooms and the office.
- Complete encounter forms and code as necessary.
- Conduct referrals for patients.
- Perform other duties necessary to provide excellent patient care and support providers.
Benefits
- Health insurance and rewards program.
- Dental and vision insurance.
- Free life and short-term disability insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
- Comprehensive paid time off (PTO).
- 10 paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
