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CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT - GASTROENTEROLOGY


Company : Aultman Health Foundation


Location : Canton, OH


Created : 2026-04-19


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Re-posting dates for internal transfers:March 6, 2026, through March 8, 2026**Qualified candidates can receive up to a $2,400 sign-on bonus with this position. Apply today to learn more!**BASIC FUNCTION:Responsible for preparing patients for physician exam/treatment, assisting physician, performing tests and procedures provide patient education and maintenance of clinical area and coordination of all aspects of the front office. Provides patient care as ordered and exercises professional judgment in the performance of patient care procedures. Recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action and initiates life support measures. Maintains patient confidentiality.JOB DUTIES:Prepare patients for physician exam.Assess all patient' acuity to prioritize order seenObtain height, weight, BP, pulse, respirations, temp and pulse ox if neededObtain brief history for visit; document notes in chartAnswer any patient questions regarding policyReview chart to assure all documents needed are attachedPerform tests and procedures as ordered by physician.Finger stick blood sugarBreathing treatment nebulizerIncentive SpirometerInjectionsSpecimen collection and documentationDispensing of medicationsVenipunctureAssist physician with exam or treatmentFacilitate patient discharge.Review discharge instructions, provide educational material, and answer questionsEnsure appropriate charges are listed on fee slip and processCollect appropriate co-pay or payment for services providedSchedule appropriate referral appointments and/ other outpatients testing and document appropriatelyManage clinical dataAccurate input and retrieval of all computer related tasks (Aprima, Radiology Requisitions, MediTech)Review and process all test results receivedMaintain patient recordsScan, attach results for physician to reviewFollow up calls with patient about resultsMaintain clinical area.Keep exam rooms and nursing station clean and orderlyPerform daily restocking of all room suppliesClean and sterilize all equipment utilizedAssumes responsibility for assigned areaProvides input for equipment and supply purchase decisionsMay control inventory and purchase of supplies in coordination with managerMaintain clinical logs (Refrigerator logs, Task logs, etc.)Assist with general office duties.Assist with answering telephones and questionsMedical record compilation and filingProcess electronic images onto CD for outside facilitiesOpen and Close office daily according to procedurePerform other duties commensurate with skills and training as assigned, including on-site assignments.Flexible work hours to meet the needs of organizationProtect the assets of the organization.Promote positive facility and community relationshipsResponsible for checking emails and online learning assignments (Relias) on a regular basis.HEALTH CARING STANDARDS:* Greet customers, visitors, and Colleagues immediately with a smile, warm greeting, and introduction, calling them by name if possible.* Exceed the expected and anticipate the unexpected by asking, "Is there anything else I or a fellow colleague can do for you?"* Always provide a comforting, timely, caring departure or discharge, and always say thanks for allowing us to serve.* Integrity, openness and fairness in all you do* Teamwork* Pride in Department * Individual creativity and Innovation* Compassion and caring * Maintain department and hospital standards and policies.AGE APPROPRIATE CARE:Colleague has been instructed in providing customer service and on interacting with age groups as related to the department's general client population: including use of appropriate interventions, communication and skills to match the age and/or abilities of the patient/family.MACHINES, TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED:Office equipment (copy machine, fax machine, telephone), Aprima, Computer SoftwareEKG, AED, Sterilizer, BP cuffs, Otoscope/Ophthalmoscope, nebulizer, glucose monitor, other medical equipment as appropriate.EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE:Graduate of Accredited Medical Assistant Program, or equivalent training. Certified or Registered Medical Assistant required within 90 days and maintain certification.CPR certified or must obtain within 3 months acquired through American Heart Association.Must be computer literate to complete task(s) as required. Prior medical experience preferredSKILLS REQUIRED:Medical terminology required.Excellent organizational skills.Experience with computer technologyFocus on detail and self motivated with ability to work with little supervisionExcellent customer service skillsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Normal space, ventilation, and noise levelsMust possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully metMust be able to get up and down out of chair frequently throughout the shiftMust be able to lift 40 lbs.Must be able to verbalize well and possess manual dexterity to write legiblyRESPONSIBLE TO:Team LeaderPractice Manager Supervising PhysicianThis description is intended to describe the essential job duties and the essential requirements for the performance of this job.