Medical Assistant - OB/GYN

Perform screenings and treatments by gathering and updating health-maintenance information Identify medication changes and update allergy information Collect specimens and perform tests Document patient care Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition Maintain equipment, medical supplies and examination areas Perform administrative and clerical duties including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry and patient registration Collaborate with fellow staff to create a welcoming, comfortable environment for patients, families and visitors Assist with medication management and patient monitoring Requirements Graduate from an approved Medical Assisting Program OR military training as a hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W) or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1) Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross; if not held, must obtain during the new hire period Completion of a clinical externship OR extensive clinical experience Medical Assisting Certification preferred Successful completion of a Cleveland Clinic externship preferred Manual dexterity to operate office equipment May require extended periods of standing, walking or sitting Good visual acuity through normal or corrected vision Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently Compliance with standard precautions and required personal protective equipment Successful completion of controlled-substance testing after an offer of employment Compliance with the annual influenza prevention program, vaccination or approved exemption Core Competencies Demonstrates proficiency in patient care, including screenings, treatments, and medication management, while ensuring compliance with health standards and safety protocols. Capable of performing administrative tasks and collaborating effectively with healthcare teams to enhance patient experiences. Highest-signal resume keywords Medical Assisting Certification Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Clinical Externship Experience Medication Management Patient Monitoring ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Patient Care Specimen Collection Health-Maintenance Information Gathering Documentation of Patient Care Equipment Maintenance Data Entry Patient Registration Allergy Information Update Medication Change Identification Compliance with Standard Precautions Soft Skills Collaboration Communication Interpersonal Skills Attention to Detail Manual Dexterity Certifications & Qualifications Basic Life Support (BLS) Medical Assisting Certification Industry Keywords Health Maintenance Patient Condition Monitoring Clinical Experience Cleveland Clinic Externship Personal Protective Equipment Compliance Tools & Technologies Office Equipment Medical Supplies Examination Areas #J-18808-Ljbffr