School Medical Assistant I - EAST PALESTINE

Akron Children's; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$2,000 SIGN ON BONUS

Job summary

Akron Children's Medical Assistant position in Akron, OH, onsite in the school health program. The role provides clinical and administrative support to patients under a Provider or licensed Nurse, including phlebotomy, vital signs, and specimen collection.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma, completion of an MA program, and BLS certification, with knowledge of medical terminology and experience in a healthcare setting. This is a part-time, onsite role with a 0.56 FTE.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Certificate Program (MA), EMT, or Paramedic Program is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) training is required.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred (CMA or RMA).
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Actively interfaces with patients and families of Akron Children's Hospitals.
• Prepares patients for examination; takes and records vital signs; performs phlebotomy as needed; administers medications as directed by Providers per policy.
• Collects data contributing to assessment and discharge plans under the direction of a Licensed Nurse.
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens per policy.
• Communicates patient findings to the Provider or Licensed Nurse using proper documentation.
• Accurate and timely documentation of care in the school medical record.
• Performs department-specific clinical duties such as POCT, hearing and vision screenings.
• Fulfills routine tasks and general office duties (faxing, copying, filing) as needed.
• Cleans, stocks, and prepares examination rooms; develops positive relationships with patients and school staff.
• Completes assignments during scheduled hours; follows safety policies.

Job description

$2,000 SIGN ON BONUS (TAXABLE)

0900-1530 M-F While School Is In Session

Onsite

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: 0.560000

Status: Onsite