What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant Float Pool position at University Hospitals?
Job Description
This position is responsible for fully performing basic Medical Assistant duties. Facilitates unit operations by managing patient flow and ensuring efficient front desk activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manages patient flow and facilitates unit operations.
- Performs all front desk duties, including scheduling patients, collecting and verifying patient payor information, and other patient documentation.
- Complies with all policies and standards related to protected health information (PHI).
Requirements:
- Candidates must have completed a Medical Assistant program.
- A minimum of 1 year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Able to communicate effectively with people from varied socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Able to organize changing work assignments.
- Medical terminology knowledge is preferred.
Licenses and Certifications:
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification is preferred.
Physical Demands:
- Standing: Frequently
- Walking: Frequently
- Sitting: Rarely
- Lifting: Frequently (50 lbs)
- Carrying: Frequently (50 lbs)
- Pulling: Frequently (50 lbs)
- Climbing: Occasionally (50 lbs)
- Balancing: Occasionally
- Sleeping: Never Required
