Medical Assistant I

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

Job summary

Akron Children's is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support under supervision of a Provider or Licensed Nurse. Responsibilities include preparing patients for exams, taking vitals, phlebotomy, data collection, and documentation in EPIC.

Ideal candidates have a Medical Assistant Program, BLS certification, and familiarity with EPIC and Microsoft Office. This onsite role involves patient interaction, lab specimen handling, and routine office duties within a

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Program, EMT Program, or Paramedic Program is required.
• BLS training from the American Heart Association is required.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination, takes vital signs, and performs phlebotomy as needed.
• Collects data and contributes to assessment and discharge planning under supervision.
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens.
• Documents care in EPIC and communicates findings to Providers.
• Assists with appointment scheduling, visit prep, and patient tracking.
• Performs department-specific clinical duties and routine office tasks.
• Maintains examination rooms and supplies, and supports positive patient relations.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Microsoft Office

EPIC

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program/EMT/Paramedic Program

BLS (American Heart Association)

Medical Assistant certification preferred

Tools

EPIC

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary:

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

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. Follows safety policies and procedures in the delivery of care to assure a safe environment for patients, families, and other staff members
12. 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