Medical Assistant I

Akron Children's Hospital; Smithville (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support under the direction of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse. The role involves preparing patients for exams, taking vital signs, phlebotomy, administering medications as directed, and maintaining accurate documentation in EPIC.

Responsibilities include data collection for assessments, specimen handling, patient communication, appointment coordination, and routine office duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of an approved Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required; prior healthcare experience preferred.
• Experience with EPIC EMR and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word) required or preferred.
• Certification: BLS required; CMA preferred.

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 develops discharge plans under the Licensed Nurse.
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens per policy.
• Communicates patient findings to Providers and Licensed Nurses using proper documentation.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program

BLS certification (AHA)

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office

Job description

FT / 32 Hrs Weekly

Variable Days /Monday through Friday, rotating Saturdays

On-Site

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: 0.800000

Status: Onsite