University Hospitals
Medical Assistant. Wadsworth Family Practice
University Hospitals, Wadsworth, Ohio, us, 44282
Description
A Brief Overview
This position is responsible for performing basic Medical Assistant duties. 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. Additional Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation. Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace. Qualifications
Education
Completion of a Medical Assistant Program (Required)
Work Experience
1+ years 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)
Licenses and Certifications
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) (Preferred)
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%
A Brief Overview
This position is responsible for performing basic Medical Assistant duties. 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. Additional Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation. Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace. Qualifications
Education
Completion of a Medical Assistant Program (Required)
Work Experience
1+ years 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)
Licenses and Certifications
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) (Preferred)
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%