Medical Assistant - Clerical/Secretary

Cleveland Clinic; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated caregivers to join their team at Akron General Hospital. This role focuses on providing exceptional patient care while performing essential clerical and administrative tasks. You will work alongside a supportive team, gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have a background in medical assisting or military healthcare training, along with a commitment to patient-centered care. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a respected healthcare system that values collaboration and community service.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved Medical Assisting Program or military training.
• Current BLS certification and Medical Assistant certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with screenings and treatments, monitor patient conditions.
• Perform clerical duties like filing, scheduling, and patient registration.

Skills

Patient Care

Clerical Skills

Communication

Health Maintenance

Education

Graduate from Medical Assisting Program

Military training as Hospital Corpsman

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Tools

Medical Equipment

Patient Management Software

Job description

Join us at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital where we have been providing world-class care to our community for over 100 years. Here, we strive for patient-centered care and comfort with our collaborative team of healthcare professionals. We are committed to serving the community and treat our patients as family.

At Akron General's Summit Adult Medicine Center, you will be primarily responsible for various clerical and administrative tasks within the facility. You will interact with many supportive caregivers who will encourage your growth as you find your place within the Cleveland Clinic system. You will also have numerous opportunities to gain hands-on patient experience in a fun, welcoming healthcare environment.

A caregiver in this position works days from 8:30AM - 5:00PM.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

1. Assist with performing screenings and treatments by gathering and updating information related to health maintenance, identifying medication changes, updating allergy information, collecting specimens, performing tests and documenting patient care.
2. Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition.
3. Maintain equipment, medical supplies and examination areas.
4. Perform administrative / clerical duties, such as filing, reception, scheduling, data entry and patient registration.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

1. Graduate from an approved Medical Assisting Program OR military training as a Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W) or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1)
2. Completion of a clinical externship OR extensive clinical experience
3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or within new hire period
4. Certification as Medical Assistant within 90 days of date of hire

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

1. Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants
2. Successful completion of a Cleveland Clinic externship

Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we're dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/

Physical Requirements:

Personal Protective Equipment:

1. Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required

Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities.