Medical Assistant I

Akron Children’s Hospital; Wadsworth, Northern (OH, KY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Part-time schedule

Job summary

Akron Children’s Hospital in Ohio is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support under a Provider or Licensed Nurse. The role is onsite with a bi-weekly schedule totaling 32 hours and includes a $2,000 sign-on bonus.

The position requires phlebotomy experience (preferred), medical terminology knowledge, and completion of an approved MA program. BLS is required; MA certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Program, EMT or Paramedic program is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• Medical Assistant certification is preferred.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations, record vital signs, perform phlebotomy as needed, and administer medications as directed.
• Collect data for assessment and discharge plans under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Collect, process, and submit lab specimens per policy.
• Communicate findings to providers using proper documentation.
• Document care accurately in the EPIC system.
• Handle front desk tasks: scheduling, visit prep, co-pays, patient tracking.
• Perform department-specific duties (POCT, hearing/vision screenings).
• Perform routine office tasks (faxing, copying, filing).
• Clean, stock, and prepare examination rooms.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with patients and families.
• Adhere to safety policies to ensure a safe clinical environment.
• Other duties assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Microsoft Office

Healthcare environment

EPIC EMR

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program / EMT / Paramedic program

BLS certification

Medical Assistant certification preferred

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Part Time: 32 Hours Bi-Weekly

Variable Schedule
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.

Part Time

FTE: 0.800000

Status: Onsite