Medical Assistant- Westerville Internal Medicine

Company: Central Ohio Primary Care Physicians,Inc
Location: Westerville
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Central Ohio Primary Care Physicians is seeking a Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse at our Westerville Internal Medicine office in Westerville, OH. As a Medical Assistant for COPC you are joining a team that strives to be the best for Primary Care. - You will be leading the nation with a system that supports the entire care of each COPC patient. A model we believe is THE BEST FOR PRIMARY CARE! This position is responsible for providing administrative and clinical support to ensure efficient delivery of primary health care and creating a positive patient experience. -This role will be full-time working first shift hours Monday through Friday.
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• Work closely with the clinical care team to deliver the best care for our patients.
  
• Foster a climate allowing for direct communication between the care team, patient/caregiver and appropriate care providers to optimize outcomes.
  
• Collaborate with other care team members to address gaps in care (chart prep). -
  
• Promote and facilitate improved clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction, as well as efficient use of resources.
  
• Act as a patient advocate to ensure highest quality of care for our patients.
  
• Set-up medical equipment and perform related tests as applicable, administer injections, and perform routine specimen collection and point of care tests.
  
• Responsible for vaccine administration as directed.
  
• Interview patients regarding medical concerns and obtain medical history.
  
• Measure and record vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, height and weight in patients' EHR.
  
• Responsible for blood draws and specimen processing.
  
• Assist in performing routine medical procedures as requested.
  
• Prepare patients and treatment rooms for exams. Drape patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment.
  
• Review physician orders and lab requests and follows up as needed. Call in prescriptions/order refills as approved and directed.
  
• Communicate test results to patients as directed.
  
• Assist in patient education with related educational tools, periodicals, flyers, and handouts.
  
• Assist with applicable forms and patient paperwork (not limited to processing of referrals, prior authorizations or pre-certifications, etc.).
  
• Respond to patient phone calls, as appropriate.
  
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area. Maintain patient confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA regulation.
  
• Attend meetings and participate in classroom activities as needed.
  
• All other duties as assigned.
  
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  QUALIFICATIONS:
  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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  Education, Licensures & Certifications
  
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  • Required: High School diploma or equivalent
    
  • Required: Graduate of a Medical Assistant or Nursing Program
    
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    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
    
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    • Self-disciplined, energetic, passionate, and innovative
      
    • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and other external parties in a courteous and friendly manner
      
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
      
    • 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 EHR
      
    • Knowledge in vaccine administration, storage, handling and documentation
      
    • Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology
      
    • Knowledge of patient care and examination procedures
      
    • Knowledge of using medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care -
      
    • Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment -
      
    • Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications, as directed -
      
    • Skill in taking vital signs -
      
    • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public
      
    • Customer service skills; social perceptiveness and service oriented
      
    • Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
      

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