School Health Medical Assistant I - SUMMIT/WAYNE COUNTY

Akron Children’s Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Akron Children’s Hospital in Akron, OH is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in a school health setting. The role reports to a Provider or licensed Nurse and blends patient care with documentation and routine office tasks.

The ideal candidate has a HS diploma, MA credential (or EMT/Paramedic), BLS, and comfort with EPIC or similar EMR systems. No prior experience is required, and the position is onsite with 0.6 FTE.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant program (MA), EMT, or Paramedic program; experience considered for pre-2023 hires.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Medical Assistant certification (CMA or RMA) preferred.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Actively interfaces with patients and families.
• Prepare patients for examination; take vital signs; perform phlebotomy as needed; administer medications as directed.
• Collect data for assessment and discharge planning under supervision.
• Collect, process, and submit laboratory specimens per policy.
• Communicate findings to Providers and/or Licensed Nurse.
• Document care accurately in the school medical record.
• Perform department-specific clinical duties (POCT, hearing/vision screens).
• Handle routine clerical tasks (fax, copy, file).
• Clean, stock, and prepare examination rooms.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with patients, families, staff.
• Complete assignments during scheduled hours.
• Follow safety policies to ensure a safe care environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology

Healthcare experience

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certificate Program / MA

BLS certification

CMA or RMA certification

EMT or Paramedic program

Tools

EPIC

Microsoft Office

Job description

Part-Time

M-F While School Is In Session

Summary:

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

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