Medical Assistant - Primary Care

Meridian Healthcare is looking to hire an energetic, detail oriented full-time Medical Assistant to work in our primary care office in Youngstown, OH!

ABOUT MERIDIAN HEALTHCARE

Meridian HealthCare is a nonprofit 501(c)(3), integrated behavioral and primary healthcare organization with 50 years of high-quality service delivery in the Mahoning Valley.

Since 1974, Meridian's mission has been to eliminate addiction by working with individuals and their families through recognition, prevention, consultation, healthcare, communication, support, and treatment, utilizing a person-centered approach that respects the dignity of every individual.

In addition to offering a comprehensive approach to addiction (that includes prevention, treatment, recovery support, housing, criminal justice services and much more), we are also a trusted source for primary care, mental health services, chiropractic care and acupuncture.

At Meridian, we provide a culture that centers around putting the patient first, working together as a team, and being financially responsible. We provide excellent benefits giving you a great work/life balance including a flexible schedule. In addition to great pay and benefits, we strive to create a supportive and innovative environment for our employees to work in!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A MEDICAL ASSISTANT

• Assists the physician as needed, including rooming clients and documenting in electronic health record.
• Assists with on-site physicals, immunizations, drug screens, and additional testing when scheduled.
• Consults with the Physician, Nurses, and Medical Services Manager regarding judgments and effective decisions related to patient care.
• Performs special procedures such as electrocardiograms, TB skin testing, eye distance exams, vital signs, and audiograms.
• Performs urine pregnancy testing, urinalysis, urine drug screens, breathalyzers, and other tests as necessary and as directed by the physician or Medical Office Manager.
• Charts results of all testing, communications, medication, and all relevant information regarding patient care.
• Assists in creating and maintaining patient files, charts, and follow-ups on an ongoing basis.
• Places phone calls to convey physician information for referral, i.e., specialist, verbal orders for prescriptions, pre-authorizations, and related communications.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Medical Assistant education and/or experience required. Electronic Medical Records experience a plus. Physician's office experience preferred. Must have good communication skills and be able to multi-task.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this job and our team, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!