Medical Assistant I — Onsite Patient Care & Support

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

Job summary

Akron Children’s Hospital is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support under the direction of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse. The position is on-site in Akron with standard daytime hours, Monday–Friday, 8am–4:30pm or 7:30am–4pm.

Responsibilities include preparing patients for examinations, taking vital signs, phlebotomy as needed, documenting in EPIC, coordinating visits, and maintaining exam rooms.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Program is required.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• No prior experience required.
• Experience with EPIC or similar EMR is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination; takes and records vital signs; performs phlebotomy as needed; administers medications as directed by Providers.
• Collects data contributing to assessment and discharge plans under licensed Nurse direction.
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens per policy.
• Communicates patient findings to Providers and Licensed Nurse.
• Records care documentation in EPIC accurately and timely.
• Performs appointment scheduling, visit prep, and patient tracking as needed.
• Performs department-specific clinical duties (POCT, hearing/vision screenings).
• Performs general office duties (faxing, copying, filing).
• Cleans, stocks, and prepares examination rooms.
• Develops positive relationships with patients and families.
• Follows safety policies to ensure a safe care environment.
• Other duties assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Healthcare

Microsoft Office

EPIC experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Program

BLS certification

Medical Assistant certification preferred

Tools

EPIC

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Akron Children’s Hospital is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support under the direction of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse. The position is on-site in Akron with standard daytime hours, Monday–Friday, 8am–4:30pm or 7:30am–4pm.

Responsibilities include preparing patients for examinations, taking vital signs, phlebotomy as needed, documenting in EPIC, coordinating visits, and maintaining exam rooms.