Medical Assistant I

Akron Children's Hospital; Maple Heights (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital in Maple Heights, OH is seeking a Medical Assistant for a full-time, on-site Day Shift position. The role provides clinical and administrative support under a Provider and/or licensed Nurse, with a $2,000 sign-on bonus (taxable) available.

Responsibilities include vital signs, phlebotomy, lab specimen handling, and EPIC documentation, plus front-d desk tasks and care coordination. Requires MA program, BLS, and medical terminology knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Program, EMT or Paramedic Program is required.
• BLS training from the American Heart Association is required.
• Medical Assistant certification is preferred.
• No prior experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination; takes and records vital signs; performs phlebotomy as needed; administers medications as directed by Providers.
• Collects data contributing to patient assessments and discharge plans under supervision.
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens.
• Communicates patient findings to Provider/ Nurse and documents in EPIC.
• Accurate and timely documentation of care in EPIC.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Medical terminology

Healthcare environment

Microsoft Office

EPIC/EMR experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program / EMT / Paramedic program

BLS certification (American Heart Association)

Medical Assistant certification preferred

Tools

EPIC

Job description

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus (taxable) Available

36 Hours/week

Day Shift

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.

Full Time

FTE: 0.900000

Status: Onsite