Certified Medical Assistant
Date Posted: 10/20/2026
Job Snapshot
- Employee Type:
- Contract
- Location:
- Columbus, OH
- Job Type:
- Healthcare
- Date Posted:
- 10/20/2026
Job Description
Crown Staffing is urgently hiring for a Certified Medical Assistant.
Certified Medical Assistant Job Details
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Pay Rate: $20.00–$25.00/hr
Location: Columbus, OH
Certified Medical Assistant Requirements/Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Medical Assistant certification required.
- Current CPR certification required.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a medical office environment.
- Previous dental office experience preferred.
- Experience assisting physicians during patient examinations and medical procedures.
- Knowledge of oral pathology procedures, biopsies, and specimen handling preferred.
- Ability to prepare medical supplies and sterile instruments for procedures.
- Understanding of proper specimen labeling and pathology sample handling procedures.
- Experience obtaining patient consent for medical procedures.
- Knowledge of electronic health records (EHR) and medical office management systems.
- Familiarity with AthenaHealth (formerly GE-Centricity) practice management software.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong understanding of HIPAA privacy and security regulations.
- Knowledge of OSHA standards and medical office safety procedures.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain accurate patient records and medical documentation.
- Experience communicating with insurance companies regarding medication authorizations preferred.
- Ability to manage patient calls, portal messages, emails, and electronic alerts efficiently.
- Strong customer service skills and professional patient interaction.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians and coworkers.
- Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a clinical team.
- Ability to handle confidential patient information professionally.
- Comfortable working in a medical office environment with potential exposure to hazardous materials and chemicals.
- Ability to properly use personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling hazardous materials.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and stoop throughout the workday.
- Manual dexterity required for computer use, medical instruments, and clinical tasks.
- Dependable attendance, punctuality, and a strong work ethic required.
About the Certified Medical Assistant Role
As a Certified Medical Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
- Professionally greet patients and assist with their clinical visits.
- Support physicians during patient examinations and medical procedures.
- Prepare necessary supplies and equipment for biopsies and pathology procedures.
- Obtain and document patient consent before medical procedures.
- Accurately label specimens and ensure proper handling of pathology samples.
- Prepare, organize, and date sterile instrument kits according to established protocols.
- Verify that test results and necessary patient information are available for physicians.
- Assist physicians with patient medication needs and clinical procedures.
- Provide patients with discharge instructions and educational materials.
- Review patient handouts and ensure patients understand post-procedure instructions.
- Submit prior authorization requests for medications.
- Track medication authorization outcomes and communicate with insurance companies as needed.
- Assist with medication monitoring and laboratory management responsibilities.
- Manage incoming and outgoing patient calls regarding questions, concerns, and test results.
- Monitor and respond to electronic medical record (EMR) desktop notifications.
- Manage patient portal messages, emails, and electronic alerts in a timely manner.
- Distribute and route faxes, laboratory results, referral letters, and other medical documentation.
- Maintain accurate and organized patient records within the electronic health record system.
- Assist with tracking and maintaining medical and office supply inventory.
- Communicate effectively with outside physicians and oral pathology providers.
- Coordinate information between physicians, clinical staff, and other healthcare professionals.
- Support clinical team members with patient care activities.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical work environment.
- Follow established infection control procedures and medical office safety guidelines.
- Handle medical supplies, chemicals, and potentially hazardous materials using appropriate PPE.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and follow all HIPAA privacy and security regulations.
- Follow applicable OSHA standards and workplace safety procedures.
- Communicate patient concerns and clinical needs to the Clinical Lead or Clinical Manager.
- Complete additional medical assisting and administrative duties as assigned by clinical management.
Why Work With Our Client
Employees can expect:
- A consistent Monday–Friday work schedule.
- Hands-on experience in a specialized oral pathology medical office.
- Opportunities to develop clinical assisting and patient care skills.
- Experience assisting physicians with biopsies and pathology procedures.
- Opportunities to strengthen specimen handling and medical documentation skills.
- Experience using electronic health records and medical practice management systems.
- Opportunities to develop medication authorization and laboratory coordination skills.
- Experience working directly with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- A professional medical office environment focused on patient care, safety, and clinical accuracy.
Why Work With Crown Staffing
- Weekly pay
- Direct deposit with pay card option
- Health care package
- Opportunities for permanent placement and career advancement
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