Medical Assistant- Westerville Family Physicians
Company: Central Ohio Primary Care - Employees
Location: Westerville
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The Medical Assistant provides
both administrative and clinical support to ensure efficient
primary care delivery while fostering a smooth, compassionate, and
patient-focused experience. Full Time/Benefits Eligible Monday-
Thursday 8a-5p, Friday 8a-4p Westerville, OH ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Work closely with the clinical care team to
deliver the best care for our patients. Foster a climate allowing
for direct communication between the care team, patient/caregiver
and appropriate care providers to optimize outcomes. Collaborate
with other care team members to address gaps in care (chart prep).
Promote and facilitate improved clinical outcomes and patient
satisfaction, as well as efficient use of resources. Act as a
patient advocate to ensure highest quality of care for our
patients. Set-up medical equipment and perform related tests as
applicable, administer injections, and perform routine specimen
collection and point of care tests. Responsible for vaccine
administration as directed. Interview patients regarding medical
concerns and obtain medical history. Measure and record vital
signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, height and
weight in patients’ EHR. Responsible for blood draws and specimen
processing. Assist in performing routine medical procedures as
requested. Prepare patients and treatment rooms for exams. Drape
patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment.
Review physician orders and lab requests and follows up as needed.
Call in prescriptions/order refills as approved and directed.
Communicate test results to patients as directed. Assist in patient
education with related educational tools, periodicals, flyers, and
handouts. Assist with applicable forms and patient paperwork (not
limited to processing of referrals, prior authorizations or
pre-certifications, etc.). Respond to patient phone calls, as
appropriate. Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
Maintain patient confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA
regulation. Attend meetings and participate in classroom activities
as needed. All other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform
this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. Education, Licensures & Certifications
Required: High School diploma or equivalent Required: Graduate of a
Medical Assistant program Preferred: MA certification Knowledge,
Skills & Abilities Self-disciplined, energetic, passionate, and
innovative Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with
patients and other external parties in a courteous and friendly
manner Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times Ability to
react calmly and effectively in emergency situations Ability to
interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures Ability to
communicate clearly and document efficiently in EHR Knowledge in
vaccine administration, storage, handling and documentation
Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology Knowledge of
patient care and examination procedures Knowledge of using medical
equipment and instruments to administer patient care Knowledge of
common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work
environment Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and
medications, as directed Skill in taking vital signs Skill in
establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with
patients, medical staff, and the public Customer service skills;
social perceptiveness and service oriented Excellent time
management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
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