Medical Assistant (MA)- Urgent Care- Polaris
About the Organization
Ohio State University Physicians (OSUP) is a dynamic team with over 1,800 nurses, medical assistants, physicians, advanced practice providers, administrative support staff, IT specialists, financial specialists, and leaders. With more than 100 cutting-edge outpatient center locations, OSUP is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care while fostering a collaborative work environment.
At OSUP, we foster a culture grounded in the values of inclusion, empathy, sincerity, and determination. We meet our teams where they are, coming together to serve each other and our community.
Responsibilities
- Assist with direct patient care and perform specialized medical procedures of a routine nature, as dictated by established clinical protocol.
- Assist medical and/or nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients.
- Room patients, measure and record vital signs (height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration).
- Complete patient interviews and histories.
- Prepare patients for examinations, tests, and treatments; explain procedures.
- Assist with procedures as ordered by a physician, including examinations, treatments, and special tests.
- Set up equipment and prepare medical treatment rooms for patients.
- Collect samples such as blood, urine, and sputum from patients, and perform routine laboratory tests on samples.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent along with at least one of the following:
- A diploma from a Medical Assistant Program
- Minimum of 1 year of medical assisting experience
- Military Medic training
- EMT-P (Paramedic) training
- Equivalent of 1 year combined relevant medical assisting experience and education
Preferences: Medical Assistant Certification. Certified MAs receive additional compensation for obtaining and maintaining this certificate. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help cover certification costs if needed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Health reimbursement accounts and flexible spending accounts
- Retirement plans
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off and holidays
- Wellness program designed to support employees
Pay
USD $18.20 - USD $29.33 per hour