Job Summary
The Certified 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 Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for reviewing and updating health records, measuring vital signs, and preparing treatment rooms for upcoming examinations.
Essential Functions :
- Measures vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration, blood pressure, weight, and height
- Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly
- Performs departmental-related clerical duties such as checking inventory, stock supplies, track referrals, and answering phones as needed
- Prepares & reviews patient charts for upcoming visits by verifying that all diagnostic test results, reports, and other medical records are correct and up to date
- Provides excellent customer service skills by greeting patients and the community in a respectful manner
- Other duties as assigned
Education :
High School Degree or GED
Licensure / Certification :
- Active Medical Assisting Certification (required)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, required within 90 days of hire)
Experience :
- 1 year of medical assistant healthcare experience (preferred, not required)
- 2 years of clerical physician experience (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
S cheduled Weekly Hours :
Work Shift :
Days (United States of America)
Department :
Occupational Health YT - Boardman
Mercy Health Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia,