Medical Assistant I

Akron Children's; Wadsworth (OH); Hybrid; USD 18.000 - 24.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Akron Children's is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support under the supervision of a Provider and licensed Nurse. Responsibilities include preparing patients, taking vitals, drawing blood, documenting in EPIC, scheduling, and maintaining exam rooms.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, completion of a medical assistant program, BLS certification, and familiarity with Microsoft Office; prior phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Qualifikationen

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and completed a Medical Assistant program.
• BLS certification is required; MA certification is preferred.
• Experience with phlebotomy and medical terminology is preferred.
• Healthcare environment experience is an asset; EPIC EMR experience is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Prepares patients for examination; takes vital signs; performs phlebotomy as needed; administers medications as directed.
• Collects data to support assessment and discharge planning under a nurse's direction.
• Collects and processes laboratory specimens per policy; documents actions in EPIC.
• Schedules appointments, assists with visit prep, collects co-pays, and tracks patients as needed.
• Maintains examination rooms; supports team communication and patient relations.

Kenntnisse

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Microsoft Office

EPIC EMR

Communication

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program completed

BLS certification

Medical Assistant certification preferred

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Part-Time: 48 Hours Bi-Weekly

Variable Days

Onsite

$2,000.00 Sign on Bonus!

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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Part Time

FTE: 0.600000

Status: Onsite