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Cleveland Clinic

Medical Assistant - Pulmonary Medicine

Cleveland Clinic, Willoughby, Ohio, United States, 44094

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At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. Medical Assistant - Pulmonary Medicine

Join Cleveland Clinic's Willoughby Hills Family Health Center and become a part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. This patient-friendly facility offers primary care, express care and a wide array of specialties providing patients with the world-class care Cleveland Clinic is known for. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career. Our specialists put patients first in every way. We prioritize patient care and comfort in every interaction. We focus on clear communication and measurable quality in each aspect of care. Here, patients have access to pulmonary care providers who are industry-leading specialists in advanced diagnostics and treatment. Our caregivers have years of experience in treating the most complex pulmonary conditions. This is a full-time position. Caregivers in this role will work 8:00am to 4:30pm. Hours may vary based on facility needs including extended hours and weekend requirements. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Assist with performing screenings and treatments by gathering and updating information related to health maintenance, identifying medication changes, updating allergy information, collecting specimens, performing tests and documenting patient care. Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition. Maintain equipment, medical supplies and examination areas. Perform administrative/clerical duties, such as filing, reception, scheduling, data entry and patient registration. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Graduate from an approved medical assisting program OR military training as a hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W) or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1). Completion of a clinical externship OR extensive clinical experience. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required within new hire period. Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Medical Assisting certification. Successful completion of a Cleveland Clinic externship. Prior pulmonary experience. Physical Requirements: Manual dexterity to operate office equipment. May require extended periods of standing, walking or sitting. Good visual acuity through normal or corrected vision. Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Note: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible. Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities.