Medical Assistant I - Clinical Support & Front Desk

Akron Children's Hospital; Hinckley Township (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital in Ohio seeks a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support under a Provider or Nurse direction. The role includes vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen handling, and EPIC documentation.

Responsibilities cover data collection for assessments, patient scheduling, co-payment collection, and room preparation. Requires a High School Diploma and completion of a Medical Assistant program; BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy knowledge preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Experience in a healthcare environment preferred.
• Experience with EPIC or similar EMR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination; takes vital signs; performs phlebotomy as needed; administers medications as directed.
• Collects data for assessment and discharge planning under supervision of a Licensed Nurse.
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens per policy.
• Communicates patient findings to Providers/Nurses using proper documentation.
• Documents care accurately in the EPIC system.
• Schedules appointments, prepares visits, collects co-pays, and tracks patients.
• Performs department-specific clinical duties (POCT, hearing/vision screenings).
• Maintains examination rooms, handles routine office tasks (faxing, copying, filing).
• Develops positive relationships with patients, families, and staff.
• Follows safety policies to maintain a safe care environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Healthcare experience

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Program

BLS (American Heart Association)

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Akron Children's Hospital in Ohio seeks a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support under a Provider or Nurse direction. The role includes vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen handling, and EPIC documentation.

Responsibilities cover data collection for assessments, patient scheduling, co-payment collection, and room preparation. Requires a High School Diploma and completion of a Medical Assistant program; BLS certification is required.