Overview
Medical Assistant – Clinical Decision Unit – St. Charles Hospital Jobs in Oregon, Ohio, USA at Mercy Health
Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!
Scheduled Weekly
Hours:
40
Work Shift: Days (United States of America)
**$1500.00 Sign On Bonus**
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Medical Assistant – St. Charles Hospital
Job Summary:
The Medical Assistant is a key component of our team that works closely with the primary care physician to deliver excellent patient care to our community, ensuring services are provided within the Medical Assisting scope and state guidelines. The Medical Assistant will be responsible for reviewing and updating health records, measuring vital signs, and preparing treatment rooms for upcoming examinations.
Essential Functions:
Provides excellent customer service skills by greeting patients and the community in a respectful manner
Prepares & reviews patient charts for upcoming visits by verifying that all diagnostic test results, hospital reports, and other medical records are correct and up to date
Measures vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration, blood pressure, weight and height
Performs departmental-related clerical duties such as checking inventory, stock supplies, track referrals, and answer phones as needed
Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly
Other duties as assigned
Education:
High School Degree or GED
Licensure/Certification:
Medical Assisting certification from one of the following (required within 12 months of start date):
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA);
American Association of Medical Assisting, Registered Medical Assistant (RMA);
American Medical Technologists, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA);
National Health career Association (NHA);
Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA);
National Association for Health Professionals, National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA);
National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
If incumbent is unable to obtain MA certification, an Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry (A
-OE) is acceptable (not accepted in the state of South Carolina)
BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)
Experience:
One year of medical assistant healthcare experience (preferred, not required)
Two years of clerical experience in a physician’s office (preferred, not required)
Skills & Abilities:
Possesses problem-solving skills, basic computer skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward
* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
* Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
Department: Clinical Decision Unit – Mercy St. Charles
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Title: Medical Assistant – Clinical Decision Unit – St. Charles Hospital
Company: Mercy Health
Location: Oregon, Ohio, USA
Category: Healthcare, Administrative/Clerical
