What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Galion City Health Department?
Medical Assistant I
The Galion City Board of Health is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Front-Office Medical
Assistant I. This is a part-time position for 56 hours per two weeks pay period through the end of 2021 due to 2021 grant funding. Beginning in 2022 this position will go back to its normal budget of 40 hours per two weeks pay period.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of assigned supervisor, the Medical Assistant will provide services to the community in a variety of settings. The Medical Assistant I is assigned to the front-office and will perform tasks including greeting and screening visitors, answering, and directing phone calls, managing phone messages and other general information. Medical Assistants assigned to the front desk will be responsible for, or assist with, various direct communications with the public, including but not limited to, face-to-face customer service, social media, outreach events, etc. He/she is responsible for the registration, maintenance, and issuance of birth and death records; responsible for enforcing the rules and regulations under the Ohio Department of Vital Statistics program relating to all birth and death records.
Qualifications:
- Completion of high school education or equivalent (Associate degree preferred)
- Two years general clerical experience
- Training or experience in basic bookkeeping
- Notary Public- preferred (not required)
- A valid State of Ohio motor vehicle operator’s license
- Basic computer literacy (email, internet, MS Office Suite)
- Knowledge of office machines and office practices
Pay & Benefits:
- Salary Range for this position is $9-$13/hour, commensurate with experience
- PERS Retirement
- Sick Leave
- Personal Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Deferred Compensation
- Paid Training
Interested parties may send a resume and cover letter to:
Mail: Galion City Health Department
Andrea Barnes, REHS Interim Health Commissioner
113 Harding Way East
Galion, Ohio 44833
Application deadline is September 17, 2021, or until filled
The Galion City Health Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $9.00 - $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- clerical: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- valid Ohio Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location:
- One location
Work Remotely:
- No