Medical Assistant Avon Lake

Medical Assistant Avon Lake The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support in an outpatient setting. This role includes but not limited to rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, documenting in the electronic medical record, assisting with procedures, supporting providers, and promoting efficient patient flow while delivering patient-centered care. What You Will Do: Facilitates unit operations by managing patient flow. Assist with front desk duties specific to department, including scheduling patients, collecting and verifying patient payor information and other patient documentation. Performs basic patient centered care as delegated by provider. Provides a safe environment for patients. Additional Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Qualifications: Education: Completion of a Medical Assistant Program (Required) and High School Equivalent / GED (Required) Work Experience: Less than 1 year clinical experience as a Medical Assistant (Preferred) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Able to communicate effectively with people from varied socioeconomic backgrounds. (Required proficiency) Able to organize changing work assignments. (Required proficiency) Medical terminology knowledge. (Preferred proficiency) Basic patient care skills (Required proficiency) Patient focused (Required proficiency) Positive attitude (Required proficiency) Computer skills (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) (Preferred) BLS (Basic Life Support) (Preferred within 90 Days) Physical Demands: Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Rarely Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling Occasionally Reaching Frequently Handling Frequently Grasping Frequently Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly Travel Requirements: 10% Primary Location: United States-Ohio-Avon_Lake Work Locations: 32730 Walker Road Suite H Avon Lake 44012