School Based Health Medical Assistant I: Summit/Portage County

Akron Children's Hospital; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital Summit/Portage County is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support for patients under the direction of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm while school is in session, onsite with a 0.6 FTE schedule.

A $2,000 sign-on bonus is available (taxable). Responsibilities include assisting with examinations, taking vitals, performing phlebotomy, handling documentation, and supporting school

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an approved MA/EMT/Paramedic program required; relevant years of experience may be considered.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred (CMA or RMA).

Responsibilities

• Actively interfaces with patients and families.
• 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 planning under supervision of Licensed Nurse.
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens per policy.
• Documents care in the school medical record.
• Cleans, stocks, and prepares examination rooms.
• Develops relationships with patients, families, school personnel, and colleagues.
• Follows safety policies to maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication with patients

Phlebotomy

Office software

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certificate Program/EMT/Paramedic program

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summit/Portage County

Monday-Friday

While school is in session

8:00-3:00

Supporting a healthcare provider

$2,000 Sign on Bonus Available (Taxable)

Summary:

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

1. Actively interfaces with patients and families of Akron Children’s Hospitals
2. Prepares patients for examination; takes and records vital signs; performs phlebotomy as needed; administers medications as directed by the Providers according to policy and procedure
3. Collects data that contributes to the assessment and evaluation of individualized care and needs of assigned patients, including discharge plans, under the direction of the Licensed Nurse
4. Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens in accordance with policy and procedure
5. Communicates patient findings and pertinent information to the Provider and/or Licensed Nurse utilizing appropriate communication/documentation processes
6. Accurate and timely documentation of care within the school medical record
7. Performs clinical duties that are department specific such as POCT, hearing and vision screenings, and any other procedures
8. Perform routine task and general office duties such as faxing, copying, filing, etc. as needed
9. Cleans, stocks, and prepares examination rooms
10. Develops and maintains positive relationships with patients/students, families, school personnel and colleagues
11. Completes all assignments during scheduled working hours
12. Follows safety policies and procedures in the delivery of care to assure a safe environment for patients, families, and other staff members
13. Other duties assigned

Other information:

Technical Expertise

1. Knowledge of and experience in medical terminology is required
2. Experience working in healthcare environment is preferred
3. Experience working in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required
4. Experience working in electronic medical record (i.e., EPIC) or similar software is preferred

Education and Experience

1. Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required
2. Completion of an approved (valid) Medical Assistant Certificate Program (MA), EMT Program, or Paramedic Program is required. Those hired into School Health prior to March of 2023 without completion of one (1) of these programs but has relevant years of experience will be given credit for their experience in lieu of the program requirement(s).
3. Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) training from the American Heart Association is required.
4. Credential/Certification: Medical Assistant certification preferred (CMA or R.M.A.)
5. Years of relevant experience: no experience required
6. Years of experience supervising: None

Part Time

FTE: 0.600000

Status: Onsite