Medical Assistant I: Specialty clinic float - New Rates of Pay and $2,000 Sign on bonus available

Akron Children's; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's is seeking a Medical Assistant I for a specialty clinic float position. This full-time role involves providing clinical and administrative support, including patient preparation and vital sign monitoring. The position offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus and requires a high school diploma along with completion of a medical assistant program. Candidates should have knowledge of medical terminology and basic life support certification.

Qualifications

• Experience in phlebotomy preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and take vital signs.
• Collect data for patient assessment under nurse supervision.
• Assist with appointment scheduling and patient tracking.

Skills

Medical terminology

Phlebotomy

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completion of an approved Medical Assistant, EMT, or Paramedic Program

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Medical Assistant I: Specialty clinic float - New Rates of Pay and $2,000 Sign-on Bonus Available

Join Akron Children's as a Medical Assistant I: Specialty clinic float. We offer new pay rates and a $2,000 sign-on bonus.

Position Details

• Schedule: 7:30am to 4:30pm, onsite with travel required to Medina, Beachwood, Boston Heights, North Canton, Wooster, and Mansfield offices.
• Full-time, 40 hours/week
• Sign-on Bonus: $2,000 (taxable)

Role Summary

The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support for patients under the supervision of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination, take vital signs, perform phlebotomy, and administer medications as directed.
• Collect data for patient assessment and discharge planning under nurse supervision.
• Process and submit laboratory specimens following policy.
• Communicate findings to Providers/Nurses and document within EPIC system accurately and timely.
• Assist with appointment scheduling, visit prep, co-payment collection, and patient tracking.
• Perform department-specific clinical duties such as POCT, hearing and vision screenings.
• Handle routine office duties like faxing, copying, and filing.
• Maintain examination rooms and develop positive patient relationships.
• Follow safety policies to ensure a safe environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience in phlebotomy preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Experience in healthcare environment preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required; experience with EPIC preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant, EMT, or Paramedic Program required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• No prior experience required.