Global Float Medical Assistant II ACHP

Akron Children's Hospital; Lakemore (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children’s Hospital Pediatrics (ACHP) seeks a Global Float Medical Assistant II to provide proficient clinical and administrative support across ACHP locations. Under Providers and licensed nurses, you will assist with patient care, data collection, and training within scope.

Responsibilities include vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen handling, documentation in EPIC, and coordination of clinical and front-desk tasks. On-site, full-time, with a rotating schedule across ACHP sites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Program, EMT, or Paramedic program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Experience with EPIC EMR or similar EMR systems preferred.
• Experience in healthcare environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination; record vital signs and perform phlebotomy as needed.
• Assist with patient data collection and discharge planning under supervision.
• Collect, process, and submit laboratory specimens.
• Communicate patient findings to provider or licensed nurse.
• Document care in EPIC and other systems accurately.
• Assist with front-desk tasks: scheduling, co-pay collection, patient tracking.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Healthcare experience

Microsoft Office

EPIC EMR

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program / EMT / Paramedic Program

BLS certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

EPIC EMR

Job description

40 hrs/ Weekly

Full -Time Days

On-Site

Summary:

The Global Float Medical Assistant II role at Akron Children’s Hospital Pediatrics (ACHP) provides Proficient level clinical and administrative support to all ACHP locations on a rotating basis, for patients under the direction of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse and assist with training needs within scope.

Responsibilities:

1. Prepares patients for examination; takes and records vital signs; performs phlebotomy as needed; administers medications as directed by the Providers according to policy and procedure


2. Collects data that contributes to the assessment and evaluation of individualized care and needs of assigned patients, including discharge plans, under the direction of the Licensed Nurse


3. Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens in accordance with policy and procedure


4. Communicates patient findings and pertinent information to the Provider and/or Licensed Nurse utilizing appropriate communication/documentation processes


5. Accurate and timely documentation of care within EPIC system


6. Performs point-of-service activities such as appointment scheduling, visit preparation, co-payment collection and patient tracking as needed


7. Performs clinical duties that are department specific such as POCT, hearing and vision screenings, and any other procedures


8. Performs routine task and general office duties such as faxing, copying, filing, etc. as needed


9. Cleans, stocks, and prepares examination rooms


10. Develops and maintains positive relationships with patients, families, and colleagues


11. Triage work related issues with little assist from proper hierarchy


12. Actively participates in departmental process improvement projects


13. Follows safety policies and procedures in the delivery of care to assure a safe environment for patients, families, and other staff members


14. Other duties assigned

Other information:

Technical Expertise

1. Experience in phlebotomy is preferred.


2. Knowledge of and experience in medical terminology is required.


3. Experience working in healthcare environment is preferred.


4. Experience working in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required.


5. Experience working in electronic medical record (i.e., EPIC) or similar software is preferred.

Education and Experience

1. Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required.


2. Completion of an approved (valid) Medical Assistant Program, EMT Program, or Paramedic Program is required.


3. Certification:Basic Life Support (BLS) training from the American Heart Association is required.


4. Certification: Medical Assistant certification preferred.


5. Years of relevant experience: no experience required.


6. Years of experience supervising: None.

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Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Status: Onsite