Medical Assistant, part-time

Where New Paths Begin

Recovery is possible with OhioGuidestone. A leader in the field of behavioral health with a history dating back to 1864, we address the needs of the whole person, helping them reset their paths, reclaim their autonomy and restore their purpose. OhioGuidestone connects individuals with the resources needed to achieve lifelong success, providing community counseling, substance use disorder treatment, workforce development training, early childhood mental health services, psychiatric care and more.

OhioGuidestone is seeking a part-time, Medical Assistant work at our Cleveland location!

The schedule is Tuesdays, Wednesday, and Fridays 8am to 6pm.

Are you ready to make a difference? Are you seeking a flexible work schedule? OhioGuidestone offers an amazing support system, education bonuses and incentives, and much more! Full-time employees may be eligible for Public Student Loan Forgiveness.

The Medical Assistant works under the supervision of the Director of Nursing and is responsible for monitoring the physical health of persons served and communicating to other health care practitioners regarding client’s health status.
Must be willing to travel to other sites, as needed.

Essential Functions

• Complies with all state and federal laws regarding protected health information.
• Maintains complete and current medical records regarding all clients served.
• In collaboration with the team, ensures a comprehensive health history through the collection of vital signs, lab work and OARRS reports as needed for further assessment and treatment.
• Provides education to persons served, family members of persons served and other staff regarding medication, symptom management, wellness and health, as instructed by medical staff.
• Provides monitoring of clients’ mental illness or substance use and physical symptoms; communicates any changes to the treatment team.
• Provides direst witnessed urinalysis, targeted case management, or individual psychotherapy to clients to monitor symptoms, carry out prescriber orders and support coordination of care.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
• Achieves productivity goals as assigned.
• Exhibits positivity, flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
• Demonstrates positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and present the Agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.

Performance Requirements

• Must maintain regular and reliable attendance to the satisfaction of management.
• Must be able to operate a computer and other position related technologies.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and locations as needed.
• Must be able to clearly and confidentially communicate with OhioGuidestone employees, clients and other participants.
• Attention to detail and confidentiality are required.
• Must be capable of providing customer service in person, by phone or through computer in a professional and courteous manner.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stoop, sit, stand, walk, bend, and stay upright to perform work.
• Must be able to visually read written and digital information.
• Must be able to receive detailed information through oral communication.
• Must adhere to all Our Promise Values and Guiding Principals.
• Must be able to occasionally position self to an equal level in order to work with children and or clients of all ages.
• Must be able to occasionally move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds across OhioGuidestone locations.
• Must be able to project voice to teach, present, and deliver lessons, presentations, or other information to small-large audiences.
• Must be able to type case files and other paperwork.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program required if applying under this accreditation.
• Minimum of 6 months of related Medical Assistant experience within a year timeframe required.
• Demonstrated computer literacy and excellent verbal communication.
• Must have a valid driver’s licenses with a safe driving record and proof of auto insurance.
• Ability to take and pass a physical exam, tuberculosis test, and drug screening.

At OhioGuidestone we care about the health and safety of our employees. OhioGuidestone requires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. We require and cover the cost of a fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings.

Committed to creating a more diverse community, we encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply. EEO/M/F/H/V