Certified Medical Assistant- AAMA

No matter what your job title, the work you do at Kaiser Permanente Ohio supports the health of our Cleveland-area members. Each of us-from our financial professionals and IT team members to our RNs and physicians on the front line of care-plays a vital role in providing the best possible care experience. Together, we share a commitment to enhancing the health and well-being of our members and communities. Northeastern Ohio is great place to live and work. At the heart of the region, the city of Cleveland sits on the shores of Lake Erie. A melting pot of culturally diverse neighborhoods, exciting major league sports teams, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland is also a center for art and culture with many museums, as well as the renowned Cleveland Orchestra and PlayhouseSquare. Come build a rewarding career in an environment that supports your success.

Description

The Medical Assistant position exists to assist in the delivery of care in the ambulatory setting under the direct supervision of a licensed Nurse or Physician.

Essential Functions:
Demonstrate and apply required skills sets and clinical knowledge in the ambulatory care setting
Collect, report, and document objective and subjective data in an accurate and timely manner
Room and discharge patients according to department standards
Respond to emergent/crisis situations upon delegation by the RN or Physician
Must demonstrate compassion and empathy with patients
Distributes health information to members as directed
Work flexible hours, various locations, and other duties as assigned
Must maintain a safe, therapeutic, and aesthetic environment

Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent required
Must have current Certification as an MA through AAMA upon hire
Current BCLS from the American Heart Association required

Preferred Qualifications:
1 year of acute or outpatient care experience preferred but not required

May be required to rotate weekends, evenings, holidays. May be required to travel to other KP facilities within the Ohio Region

Scheduled Hours (1-40) : 24
Shift : Day
Working Days : Mon - Sun
Working Hours Start : Variable
Working Hours End : Variable
Schedule : part time
Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group : OPEIU - Local 17
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Job : Patient Care Services (Non RN)
Public Department Name : Specialty Care
Travel : Yes, 5% of the time
Job Eligible for Benefits : Yes

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. We are proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.