Medical Assistant - Clinical Float

Central Ohio Primary Care is looking for a Medical Assistant (MA)to join our float team! Qualified candidates must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel to our different practices throughout Central Ohio. This is a full-time position working first shift hours Monday- Friday.

 Duties/Responsibilities:

• Work closely with assigned area team to ensure COPC and practice/site standards are being met to achieve patient satisfaction.
• Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Obtain/verify patient histories, vital signs, and chief complaint.
• Maintain patient files, records, and other information regarding lab and radiology results, referrals, etc.
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments. Clean exam rooms per OSHA requirements.
• Administer injections, draw blood, and assist Physician in preparing for minor procedures/physicals.
• Prepare and maintain (including sterilization) supplies and equipment for treatments. Adhere to OSHA and CLIA regulations.
• May order and maintain clinical and office supplies and equipment.
• Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments.
• Attend required meetings as required or requested.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA regulation.

 Requirements:

• Required: Graduate of a Medical Assistant (MA), Licensed RN or LPN in the State of Ohio

• Preferred: Prior experience working in a Medical office

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to remain flexible and adaptable to frequent assignment changes and varying clinical environments.
• Ability to work with a variety of patient populations including Adults, Pediatrics, and specialty care.
• Basic knowledge of immunizations, medications, and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of Electronic Health Records systems preferred.
• Must have proficient computer skills.
• Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications, as directed.
• Skill in taking vital signs.
• Skill in maintaining records and recording test results.
• Skill in maintaining department quality assurance.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment; and able to lead by example.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and document efficiently in an electronic health record.
• Ability to efficiently work within an electronic health record.
• Ability to clearly capture requests and messages from patients and document in electronic health record as well as communicate to medical professionals within office and patients.