Medical Assistant in Cincinnati, Ohio at The Crossroads Center

Job title: Medical Assistant

Reports to: Chief Medical Officer

FLSA status: Hourly

Position Information: The medical assistant role will support the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNP) by preparing clients for their appointments and completing administrative tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Measure and record vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, pulse oximetry, respirations, and weight.

· Collect and process urine samples.

· Administer injections as needed.

· Conduct mental health screenings, such as GAD-7 and PHQ-9 assessments.

· Accurately document vital signs and other relevant information in clients' health records.

· Maintain inventory and ensure proper stock of supplies, including urine collection materials, Gene Sight testing kits, alcohol, bandages, and other necessary items.

· Escort patients to the CMO and PMHNP exam rooms/offices.

· Schedule and reschedule patient appointments.

· Request and obtain medical records from external facilities as required.

· Perform other duties as assigned to support clinical operations.

Supervisory Responsibilities [if applicable]: None

Qualifications:

· High School Diploma or GED required.

· Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification.

· Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.

· Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems.

Knowledge and Skills:

· Knowledge of medical terminology.

· Ability to interact with and work effectively around people.

· Strong judgment and decision-making skills in demanding situations.

· Effective oral and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

· Ability to stand, walk, and move between exam rooms as needed.

· Ability to perform fine motor tasks, such as handling instruments and medical supplies.

· Ability to visually read medical records, monitor equipment, and observe patient responses with or without reasonable accommodation.

· Ability to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare providers, including hearing and speaking, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the company reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed.