Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

Columbus, OH

Ohio Primary Care Clinic is currently searching for a full-time Medical Assistant to provide high-quality clinical and administrative support to healthcare providers while ensuring efficient patient flow and exceptional customer service. The MA assists with patient care, documentation, procedures, and care coordination in a fast-paced primary care setting.

• Paid Holidays
• Scrubs allowance

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred (CMA, RMA, CCMA, or equivalent)
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Previous primary care or family practice experience preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Experience using an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Multilingual (Npali, Somali) preferred but required
• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Professionalism and compassion
• Team-oriented attitude
• Basic computer proficiency
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
• Frequent bending, reaching, and assisting patients

• Welcome and room patients promptly.
• Verify patient identity and reason for visit.
• Obtain and document vital signs, height, weight, BMI, pain assessment, medication reconciliation, allergies, medical, surgery, family and social history updates.
• Prepare patients for examination and procedures.
• Assist providers during examinations and minor procedures.
• Administer injections and immunizations (within scope and certification).
• Perform point-of-care testing including rapid COVID-19, Influenza, Strep, Urinalysis, Pregnancy tests and blood glucose.
• Collect specimens for laboratory testing.
• Perform EKGs.
• Assist with ear irrigation, wound care, suture removal, and dressing changes.
• Provide patient education as directed by the provider.

• Answer phone calls professionally.
• Schedule and confirm appointments.
• Check patients in and out.
• Verify insurance eligibility.
• Obtain prior authorizations when assigned.
• Process referrals to specialists.
• Scan and upload medical records.
• Manage incoming faxes and provider messages.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

• Prepare exam rooms before and after each patient.
• Clean and disinfect equipment according to infection control guidelines.
• Restock exam rooms and medical supplies.
• Monitor inventory and notify management when supplies are low.
• Ensure all equipment is functioning properly.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and CDC infection control standards.

• Follow up on laboratory and imaging orders.
• Assist patients with referrals and scheduling.
• Contact patients regarding provider instructions.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist with chronic disease management programs.

Does this sound like the position for you? Apply with a current resume today!

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