Certified Medical Assistant - Endocrinology
Cleveland Clinic - Uniontown, OH
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Under the direct supervision of the physician, the Medical Assistant I is responsible for assisting in the delivery of health care, and performs general receptionist duties under the supervision of the Office Manager when needed.Prepares patients for examination and treatment. Assures completion of patient histories. Obtains vital signs.Administers injections, assists with splints and applies dressings as directed.Performs sterilization of instruments/equipment, if indicated, according to established policies.Performs CLIA Waived tests as instructed and maintains quality controls on all CLIA tests performed in the office.Performs phlebotomy duties as directed.Orders and maintains supplies as needed.Performs some or all of the following general receptionist duties when needed:Verifies and updates patient information in the practice management system.Collects co-pays and open balances, post charges and accurately enters these in the practice management system. Balance charges and payments and prepares deposit.Answers telephone promptly and courteously; takes messages accurately and provides information as needed.Assembles, updates, and ensures completion of the patient medical pletes referrals and pre certifications as needed.Processes requests for medical records made by patients, insurance companies and others in an appropriate manner.Sorts mail, medical records and other correspondence as pletes mandatory training and education in order to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements. Maintains applicable certification/licensure.Follows system and department policies and procedures with special attention to attendance and punctuality, confidentiality, mandatory education, dress code and display of ID badge.Other duties as assignedEducation:Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistants.Certifications:Certification from the America Association of Medical Assistants preferred. Certification required within 90 days from date of hire.BLS from AHAComplexity of Work:Maintains competencies specific to patient population served.Clear written and verbal communication skills.Effective skills with multi-line telephone systems and computers.Strong customer service orientation.Ability to handle money in a safe manner.Work Experience:Prefer one year experience in a medical office setting.Physical Requirements:Manual dexterity to operate office equipment.May require extended periods of standing, walking or sitting.Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly.Note: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligiblePersonal Protective Equipment:Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required
Created: 2025-11-15