Medical Assistant

Centerpoint Health cares about our community, and we're looking for like-minded people to join our team! Improving the physical, social, and mental health of adults, children, and families in Franklin and Middletown, Ohio drives everything we do. Learn more . Centerpoint Health is passionate about building and maintaining a strong team so we can continue to deliver quality care. Thank you for your interest in joining us! Position Medical Assistant Location Middletown and Franklin, OH Job Id 174 # of Openings 1 Centerpoint Health is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to provide both clinical and administrative support to our providers and to facilitate the delivery of health care services and patient care management in a health center. This position would be working out of our Middletown and Franklin clinic locations. Job Duties Escort patients to exam rooms, take vital signs, determine reason for visit, document review of systems. Assist providers with procedures. Clean, prepare, and break-down exam rooms, pre-visit and post-treatment. Collect, enter, and track patient data within the electronic medical record (EMR) and other databases. Process prescription refill requests. Be aware of health insurance guidelines, referral processes; have ability to schedule diagnostics/specialist visits within network guidelines as ordered by the provider. Assist with referrals to other services, including secondary care, hospital, emergency department, and other services. Answer and return patient calls. Communicate with patients and insurance companies by phone when necessary. Complete other front-office and back-office functions as needed. Registration and scheduling activities. Ensure compliance with patient confidentiality standards, as well as all other regulatory requirements. Manage Centerpoint Health resources including supply usage, time management, and productivity to help ensure the organization’s financial success. Adhere with CDC, CLIA-waived, and OSHA standards. May be required to attend job-related and professional activities, requiring infrequent travel within the local area, state, region, and country for meetings, networking, trainings, and conferences. Attends meetings as needed. Complete annual clinical competencies. Maintain BLS (Basic Life Support) certificate. Other duties as assigned. Certifications / Credentials Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting program or show successful completion of the U.S. Armed Forces medical services training program. Certification or registration as a Medical Assistant is preferred at the time of hiring; this certification/registration is required within six months of hiring date. Experience Prefer one year of clinical experience. Experience in family medicine, pediatrics, or behavioral health preferred Additional Skills / Qualifications Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills. Ability to understand and maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements and standards and assist leadership in ensuring continuous compliance. Strong organizational and time management skills Knowledge or experience within a community health setting is preferred. Proficient computer skills; knowledge of electronic medical records required. Ability to spend significant time standing. Ability to use equipment required for the delivery of services. Language: Bilingual in Spanish and English (Preferred) Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure: Category I To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required, but do not encompass all potential job functions. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs., bend, manage steps, push, pull, and squat. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. *This position is contingent upon a successful background check, health requirements and drug test. *We do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. *For more information about Centerpoint Health visit Centerpoint Health is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Benefits Employee health insurance Employee assistance program Paid time off Referral program Schedule Day shift Monday to Friday Job Type Full-Time Ability to commute/relocate Franklin, OH 45005 and Middletown, OH 45042: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) #J-18808-Ljbffr