Clinical Medical Assistant — Onsite, Full-Time

Akron Children's Hospital; Savannah (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children’s Hospital in Ohio is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support under the supervision of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse.

The role includes taking vital signs, phlebotomy, data collection for care plans, specimen handling, EPIC charting, and coordinating patient flow. Candidates should have a Medical Assistant program completion or equivalent, a High School diploma, BLS certification, and comfort with MS Office; EPIC experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy experience is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is required.
• Experience in healthcare environment preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software required.
• EPIC or similar EMR experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Program, EMT or Paramedic Program is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Medical Assistant certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination; records vital signs; performs phlebotomy as directed.
• Collects data for assessment and discharge planning under the direction of the Licensed Nurse.
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens per policy and procedure.
• Communicates patient findings to the Provider and/or Licensed Nurse using appropriate documentation.
• Accurate and timely documentation of care within the EPIC system.
• Performs point-of-service tasks such as appointment scheduling and co-payment collection.
• Performs department-specific duties such as POCT and screenings.
• Cleans, stocks and prepares examination rooms; handles general office tasks as needed.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with patients, families and colleagues.
• Follows safety policies to deliver safe patient care; other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Healthcare environment

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Program, EMT Program, or Paramedic Program

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook

Job description

Akron Children’s Hospital in Ohio is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support under the supervision of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse.

The role includes taking vital signs, phlebotomy, data collection for care plans, specimen handling, EPIC charting, and coordinating patient flow. Candidates should have a Medical Assistant program completion or equivalent, a High School diploma, BLS certification, and comfort with MS Office; EPIC experience is a plus.