Medical Assistant I

Akron Children's Hospital; Garrettsville (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support under the direction of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse. The role includes phlebotomy, vital signs, room preparation, and documentation in EPIC.

Responsibilities cover data collection for assessments, lab specimen handling, scheduling, and patient coordination. Requires High School Diploma and completion of MA program; BLS is required; MA certification preferred.

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.
• Years of relevant experience: no experience required.
• Years of experience supervising: None.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination; takes and records vital signs; performs phlebotomy as needed; administers medications as directed by Providers.
• Collects data for assessment and discharge plans under direction of Licensed Nurse.
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens according to policy.
• Documents care in EPIC system.
• Schedules appointments and handles patient tracking as needed.
• Performs department-specific clinical duties and routine office tasks.
• Cleans, stocks, and prepares examination rooms; maintains positive relationships with patients and families.
• Follows safety policies to ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Healthcare environment

Microsoft Office experience

Epic EMR

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program / EMT / Paramedic Program

Basic Life Support (BLS) training

Medical Assistant certification preferred

No experience required

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office (Outlook/Excel/Word)

Job description

Part-Time: 64 Hours Bi-Weekly

Onsite

Variable Schedule

$2,000 Sign-on Bonus Available

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.

Part Time

FTE: 0.800000

Status: Onsite