Medical Assistant I — Phlebotomy & Patient Care

Akron Children's; Ravenna (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

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, performing phlebotomy as needed, and assisting with administrative tasks.

Qualified candidates will have a High School Diploma or equivalent, completion of an approved MA program, and BLS certification; Medical Assistant certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant program or equivalent is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• Medical Assistant certification is preferred.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination; takes vital signs; performs phlebotomy as needed; administers medications as directed by Providers.
• Collects data for assessment and discharge planning under the licensed nurse.
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens per policy.
• Documents patient findings in the EPIC system accurately and timely.
• Performs front-desk duties such as scheduling, visit prep, and patient tracking.
• Maintains clean, stocked examination rooms and supports safety policies.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Healthcare experience

MS Office

EPIC EMR

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Program / EMT / Paramedic program

BLS certification

Medical Assistant certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

EPIC EMR

Job description

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, performing phlebotomy as needed, and assisting with administrative tasks.

Qualified candidates will have a High School Diploma or equivalent, completion of an approved MA program, and BLS certification; Medical Assistant certification is preferred.