Medical Assistant- Cherry Westgate Family Practice - Part-Time at Central Ohio Primary Care in Granville, OH

Job description

• This position is responsible for providing administrative and clinical support to ensure efficient delivery of primary health care and creating a positive patient experience.
• Part-Time/Benefits Eligible
• Tuesday, , Thursday, Friday - 7:30am-4:30pm or 8:00am-5:00pm
• Granville, OH

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the clinical care team to deliver the best care for our patients.
• Foster a climate allowing for direct communication between the care team, patient/caregiver and appropriate care providers to optimize outcomes.
• Collaborate with other care team members to address gaps in care (chart prep).
• Promote and facilitate improved clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction, as well as efficient use of resources.
• Act as a patient advocate to ensure highest quality of care for our patients.
• Set-up medical equipment and perform related tests as applicable, administer injections, and perform routine specimen collection and point of care tests.
• Responsible for vaccine administration as directed.
• Interview patients regarding medical concerns and obtain medical history.
• Measure and record vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, height and weight in patients’ EHR.
• Assist in performing routine medical procedures as requested.
• Prepare patients and treatment rooms for exams. Drape patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment.
• Review physician orders and lab requests and follows up as needed. Call in prescriptions/order refills as approved and directed.
• Communicate test results to patients as directed.
• Assist in patient education with related educational tools, periodicals, flyers, and handouts.
• Assist with applicable forms and patient paperwork (not limited to processing of referrals, prior authorizations or pre-certifications, etc.).
• Respond to patient phone calls, as appropriate.
• Assist with patient registration and scanning as needed.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area. Maintain patient confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA regulation.
• Attend meetings and participate in classroom activities as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Required: High School diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: Graduate of a Medical Assistant program
• Preferred: MA certification
• Self-disciplined, energetic, passionate, and innovative
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and other external parties in a courteous and friendly manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures
• Ability to communicate clearly and document efficiently in EHR
• Knowledge in vaccine administration, storage, handling and documentation
• Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology
• Knowledge of patient care and examination procedures
• Knowledge of using medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
• Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications, as directed
• Skill in taking vital signs
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public
• Customer service skills; social perceptiveness and service oriented
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work

Skills

Required

• Skill in taking vital signs