Certified Medical Asst- Family Practice

Certified medical assistant lmh

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.

• When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital.
• Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors.
• You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community.
• Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion.
• Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.

Position Summary

Under assessment and supervision of the Physician/RN/LPN and according to established policies and procedures, performs patient care activities in order to assist health care providers in performing various technical / clinical procedures in the patient care area. Job requires knowledge, skill and ability to provide basic care for a neo-natal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient population

Responsibilities

• Completes patient intake and discharge under supervision of a physician, NP, and/or RN/LPN. Completes appropriate documentation in the medical record (paper and EMR).
• Performs technical tasks, as authorized : checks vital signs, collects routine specimen, performs ECG, phlebotomy,
• Assists providers with procedures.
• Responds to emergency situations in a prompt and precise manner, and assists other health care providers as needed
• Informs Physician, NP, or RN/LPN of patient's symptoms, reactions, progress and other information pertaining to patient's care. Documents information in the medical record (paper and electronic) according to policies and procedures.