Part-Time Medical Assistant: Clinical Care & Admin

Akron Children’s Hospital; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Akron Children’s Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support for patients under the direction of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse. The role involves preparing patients, taking vital signs, drawing blood, and assisting with procedures.

The candidate will document in the EPIC system, assist with appointment scheduling, and maintain clean exam rooms while developing positive relationships with patients and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant program or equivalent.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience with EPIC EMR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination; records vitals; performs phlebotomy as directed.
• Collects data for assessment and discharge planning under nurse supervision.
• Collects, processes and submits laboratory specimens per policy.
• Communicates patient findings to Providers using proper documentation.
• Documents care in EPIC accurately and timely.
• Schedules appointments, prepares visits, collects co-pays, tracks patients.
• Performs department-specific clinical tasks (POCT, hearing/vision screenings).
• Performs routine office duties (faxing, copying, filing).
• Cleans and stocks examination rooms; maintains supply levels.
• Builds positive relationships with patients and families.
• Follows safety policies to ensure a safe care environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Customer care

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program/EMT/Paramedic program

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Medical Assistant certification preferred

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Job description

Akron Children’s Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support for patients under the direction of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse. The role involves preparing patients, taking vital signs, drawing blood, and assisting with procedures.

The candidate will document in the EPIC system, assist with appointment scheduling, and maintain clean exam rooms while developing positive relationships with patients and families.