Medical Assistant, MA II – Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center

Job title: Medical Assistant, MA II

Company: Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center

Job description: Department/Unit: General PediatricsShift/Hours: This is a 1.0 FTE (40 hours/week). Day shift, no weekends and no holidays.Benefits Eligibility: This FTE qualifies for the full-time rateExpected Starting Salary Range: Minimum $18.59/hour; Mid-point $22.37/hour; Salary calculated based on years of experienceCincinnati Children’s Hospital Has Been Named The #1 Pediatric Hospital in the Nation! – US News and World Report 2023Additional Awards and Recognitions:· On Forbes Magazine 2023 list of America’s Best Employers for Diversity· On Forbes Magazine 2023 list of America’s Best Large Employers· Great Place to Work™ Certified in 2023· An LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer in 2022 by The Human Rights Campaign (HRC)Market Leading Benefits Including:● Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs● Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here: https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/careers/benefits● Pension plan and optional 403(b) supplemental retirement plans● Tuition assistance for continuing education● Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners● Referral bonus program for current staff!● Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL – LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos – Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group● Physical and mental health wellness programs● Relocation assistance packages available for MAs!SUBFUNCTION DEFINITION: Medical assistants complete administrative and clinical tasks throughout the hospitalThe Medical Assistant with the required training; education and demonstration of clinical expertise; performs delegated clinical and administrative duties at an advanced level under the supervision of a nurse or licensed physician.REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES·Patient Care
Coordinate and assist with patient care and flow of patients and families. Monitor individual patient cycle times to ensure timeliness of patient visits and room turnover. Proactively identify problems and develop or contribute to solutions. Assist co-workers after completion of own duties. May function as a departmental liaison or resource. Provide technical expertise and clinical services and flex daily needs based on CCHMC policy, best practice guidelines and department needs. Assist care providers with procedures and physical exams of patients. Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Provide care consistent with the family-centered care and medical home models. Provide flexible, culturally competent and responsive care to the needs of the patient and family. Treat families as full partners with decision making processes regarding their child’s care, which includes offering information, services and support in a collaborative and respectful manner.·Customer Service
Customer Service: Serve as a customer advocate to best support and meet the needs of patients and families. Respond quickly to family requests and concerns and interact with customers utilizing a courteous, attentive and conscientious customer focus. Provide appropriate education/information to patients and/or families.·Collaboration
May serve as a major support or lead on departmental processes, projects and policies. Work collaboratively/cooperatively with others to resolve problems and achieve goals. Develop positive working relationships with peers/colleagues and acknowledges other skills, experience, knowledge, creativity and contributions. Share knowledge and/or provide support for team members. Model and promote a positive and professional work environment/atmosphere.·Data Management
Manage records per department policy. Assist with collection of data for various forms. Obtain consent and release of information forms when indicated. Maintain patient files, records and other information. Demonstrate adherence to established documentation practices with accurate and detailed data entry and document management.·Laboratory Work and Testing
Manage specimens per protocols. Maintain knowledge of all routine testing processes and retrieve test results. Communicate normal lab results as appropriately delegated.QualificationsEDUCATION/EXPERIENCERequired:· High school diploma or equivalent·Two (2) years of MA experience·CMA – Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA) OR RMA – Registered Medical Assistant (AMT) OR CCMA – Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (NHA)Preferred:Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and other relevant softwareDecent command of the English language (spelling, grammar and punctuation)Typing speed of at least 40-60 words per minute and a keen eye for detail, and accuracyCincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families (EEO/AA).

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Location: Cincinnati, OH

Job date: Sat, 04 May 2024 07:24:40 GMT

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