School Medical Assistant I – NORDONIA CITY SCHOOLS

Akron Children's Hospital; South Russell (OH); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 46.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Akron Children's Hospital seeks a part-time Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support for students and families under the supervision of a Provider or licensed Nurse.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with phlebotomy, collecting lab specimens, documenting in EPIC, and coordinating care with school staff in a school-health setting. Onsite position with focus on safety and teamwork.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an approved MA certificate program or EMT/Paramedic program required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred (CMA or R.M.A.).

Responsabilidades

• Actively interfaces with patients and families in the school setting.
• Prepares patients for examination; records vital signs; assists with phlebotomy and medications as directed.
• Collects data for assessment and discharge planning under the Licensed Nurse.
• Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens per policy.
• Documents patient findings in the school medical record accurately and timely.
• Performs department-specific duties such as POCT, hearing/vision screening.
• Maintains clean and stocked examination rooms; supports routine office tasks.

Conocimientos

Medical terminology

Patient interaction

Attention to detail

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

MA Certificate Program / EMT / Paramedic program

BLS certification

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

EPIC EMR

Descripción del empleo

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