School-Based Medical Assistant — PT Pediatric Care

Akron Children's Hospital; Ohio; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital in Ohio is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in a school health setting. The role is onsite and involves preparing patients, taking vital signs, phlebotomy, and assisting Providers as directed.

Responsibilities include data collection for assessments, lab specimen handling, EMR documentation, routine duties, and maintaining exam rooms. Requires medical terminology knowledge, BLS, and MA credential; CMA/RMA preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Certificate Program or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• CMA or RMA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interfaces with patients and families in the Akron Children's Hospitals setting.
• 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 supervision of Licensed Nurse.
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens per policy.
• Communicates findings to Providers/Nurses using proper documentation.
• Documents care accurately in the school medical record.
• Performs department-specific clinical duties (POCT, screenings) and general office tasks (faxing, filing).
• Maintains clean, stocked examination rooms and supports a positive patient experience.
• Develops positive relationships with patients, families, school personnel, and colleagues.
• Completes all scheduled assignments and adheres to safety policies.

Skills

Medical terminology

Healthcare environment experience

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Certificate Program

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) preferred

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Job description

Akron Children's Hospital in Ohio is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in a school health setting. The role is onsite and involves preparing patients, taking vital signs, phlebotomy, and assisting Providers as directed.

Responsibilities include data collection for assessments, lab specimen handling, EMR documentation, routine duties, and maintaining exam rooms. Requires medical terminology knowledge, BLS, and MA credential; CMA/RMA preferred.