School Medical Assistant I – NORDONIA CITY SCHOOLS

Akron Children's Hospital; Ohio; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support for students under the direction of a Provider and/or licensed Nurse in a school health setting.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with exams, collecting specimens, documenting in the school medical record, and performing routine office duties. Requires medical terminology knowledge, an MA certificate program, and BLS; EPIC experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Certificate Program, EMT, or Paramedic required; applicable experience may credit.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred (CMA or RMA).

Responsibilities

• Actively interfaces with patients and families in the school setting.
• Prepares patients for examination; takes vital signs; performs phlebotomy as needed; administers medications as directed.
• Collects data for assessment and discharge planning under supervision of Licensed Nurse.
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens per policy.
• Documents care accurately in the school medical record.
• Performs department-specific clinical duties (e.g., POCT, vision/hearing screenings).
• Maintains clean, stocked examination rooms and supports office tasks as needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Healthcare experience

Microsoft Office

EPIC EMR

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certificate Program

EMT Program

Paramedic Program

Tools

Microsoft Office

EPIC EMR

Job description

Nordonia Hills City Schoos

Part-Time 36 hours/week

M-F while school is in session 8:45-3:30

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.)

1. Years of relevant experience: no experience required
2. Years of experience supervising: None

Part Time

FTE: 0.560000

Status: Onsite