Credentialed Medical Assistant-Infusion Center

Part-time, days at Soin Medical Center in Beavercreek.

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing care and performing office functions under the supervision of the physician, APP, and registered nurse.
• Provides instructions to patients as directed by doctor or nurse.
• Takes vital signs: blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration.
• Assists patients whenever a need is apparent or as directed by the nurse or physician.
• Assists with procedures taught through formal training or by licensed nurse or physician.
• Assists in lab procedures under supervision and for which training has been provided.
• Maintains medical records in accordance with procedures and forms.
• Follows principles of medical ethics for medical assistants.
• Keeps exam rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies.
• May substitute for other office personnel, including receptionist/front desk duties.
• Performs any other assigned duties by physicians, nurses, or manager.
• Performs patient screening using established protocols.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited program that meets nationally accepted standards—certificate or degree in Medical Assisting or Medical Office Management.
• BLS certification required; if the practice has issued an AED, current BLS certification must be maintained.
• Six months of experience as a Medical Assistant or graduation from an accredited MA or Medical Office Management program.
• Within one year of hire, continued employment requires successful attainment and retention of CCMA, CMA (AAMA), NCMA certification, or RMA plus documented completion of a Medical Assisting program through an accredited institution.

Skills

• Previous experience in a medical environment preferred.
• Office practice knowledge, including examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures, medical equipment and instruments, common safety hazards, and precautions.
• Understanding of confidentiality and discretion.
• Patient, courteous, and tactful demeanor.
• Ability to communicate and relate well with office staff, ancillary departments, and the public.
• Ability to follow direction, accept orders, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Computer literate: word processing, email; experience with electronic medical records preferred.

About the Organization

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Safety is our top priority, and we provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to delivering exceptional care.