Medical Assistant I

Akron Children's; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support under a Provider or Licensed Nurse. This full-time role is 36 hours/week, on nights (7 PM–7:30 AM) with weekend and holiday rotation, onsite in Akron, OH.

You will prep patients for exams, record vital signs, perform phlebotomy as needed, collect data for care plans, document in EPIC, assist with scheduling and co-pays, and maintain rooms.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant program, EMT, or Paramedic program required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Experience in healthcare environment preferred.
• EPIC/EMR experience or similar software preferred; Microsoft Office proficiency required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Years of experience: no experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination; takes and records vital signs; performs phlebotomy as needed; administers medications as directed by Providers per policy.
• Collects data for assessment and discharge plans under the Licensed Nurse.
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens per policy.
• Communicates patient findings to Provider or Licensed Nurse.
• Accurate and timely documentation in EPIC system.
• Performs scheduling, visit preparation, co-payment collection, and patient tracking as needed.
• Performs department-specific clinical duties such as POCT and vision/hearing screenings.
• Performs routine office duties (faxing, copying, filing).
• Cleans, stocks, and prepares examination rooms.
• Develops positive relationships with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Follows safety policies to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Other duties assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program (or EMT/Paramedic)

BLS certification

Medical Assistant certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

EPIC/EMR

Job description

$2,000 Sign on Bonus (taxable) available

Full-time, 36 Hours/week

Nights, 7PM - 7:30AM with Weekend/holiday rotation

Onsite Akron, OH

Summary

The Medical Assistant role provides clinical and administrative support for patients under the direction of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens in accordance with policy and procedure
• Communicates patient findings and pertinent information to the Provider and/or Licensed Nurse utilizing appropriate communication/documentation processes
• Accurate and timely documentation of care within EPIC system
• Performs point-of-service activities such as appointment scheduling, visit preparation, co-payment collection and patient tracking as needed
• Performs clinical duties that are department specific such as POCT, hearing and vision screenings, and any other procedures
• Performs routine task and general office duties such as faxing, copying, filing, etc. as needed
• Cleans, stocks, and prepares examination rooms
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with patients, families, and colleagues
• Follows safety policies and procedures in the delivery of care to assure a safe environment for patients, families, and other staff members
• Other duties assigned

Other Information

Technical Expertise

• Experience in phlebotomy is preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience in medical terminology is required.
• Experience working in healthcare environment is preferred.
• Experience working in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required.
• Experience working in electronic medical record (i.e., EPIC) or similar software is preferred.

Education And Experience

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of an approved (valid) Medical Assistant Program, EMT Program, or Paramedic Program is required.
• Certification:Basic Life Support (BLS) training from the American Heart Association is required.
• Certification: Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Years of relevant experience: no experience required.
• Years of experience supervising: None.

Full Time

FTE: 0.900000

Status: Onsite