Medical Assistant I

Akron Children's; Lisbon (OH); On-site; USD 7,500 - 9,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Akron Children’s is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support under a Provider or Licensed Nurse. This part-time, onsite role offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus and a flexible 16-hour bi-weekly schedule.

The candidate will perform phlebotomy, vital signs, data collection, specimen handling, and EPIC documentation while coordinating appointments and patient flow. Education includes a high school diploma and an approved MA program, with BLS certification required and MA

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant program is required.
• BLS training from the American Heart Association is required.
• Medical Assistant certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and record vital signs; phlebotomy as needed; administers meds as directed.
• Collect data for assessment and discharge planning under supervision of a Licensed Nurse.
• Collect, process and submit laboratory specimens per policy and procedure.
• Document care accurately in EPIC and communicate findings to providers.
• Handle front-desk tasks like appointment scheduling and co-pay collection.
• Maintain examination rooms and develop positive relationships with patients and families.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

EPIC/EHR

MS Office

Teamwork/Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program

BLS certification

Medical Assistant certification preferred

Tools

EPIC

MS Office Suite

Job description

Summary

The Medical Assistant role provides clinical and administrative support for patients under the direction of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse. Part-Time: 16 Hours Bi-Weekly. Variable Schedule. Onsite. $2,000 Sign On Bonus.

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

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.

Part Time. FTE: 0.400000. Status: Onsite.