School Based Health Medical Assistant I: Summit/Portage County

Akron Children's Hospital; Strongsville (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; 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 under the direction of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse.

This on-site, part-time role (FTE 0.6) involves preparing patients for exams, taking vitals, phlebotomy as needed, and supporting routine medical procedures in a school-health setting. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is available (taxable).

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Certificate Program, EMT, or Paramedic; years of experience in school health may be credited.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) training required; CMA/RMA certification preferred.
• Experience with EPIC or similar EMR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively interfaces with patients and families of Akron Children’s Hospitals.
• Prepares patients for examination; takes vital signs; performs phlebotomy as directed.
• Collects data for assessment and discharge planning under the Licensed Nurse.
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens per policy.
• Documents patient findings for Providers and Nurses in the EMR.
• Maintains examination rooms: clean, stocked, and ready for use.
• Performs department-specific clinical duties such as POCT and hearing/vision screenings.
• Handles routine office tasks (faxing, copying, filing) as needed.
• Develops positive relationships with patients, families, school personnel, and colleagues.

Skills

Medical terminology

Healthcare environment

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certificate Program / MA

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Medical Assistant certification (CMA/RMA) preferred

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office (Outlook/Excel/Word)

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