Medical Assistant I - New Rates of Pay and $2,000 Sign on bonus available

Akron Children's Hospital
North canton, OH, United States
Full-time
Part-time

Part-time, 24 hours / week

Variable day shift between 7 : 45am to 6 : 30pm with rotating weekend morning shifts.

Onsite

$2,000 Sign on bonus taxable available

Summary :

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

Responsibilities :

  • 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
  • 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
  • Collects, processes, and submits laboratory specimens in accordance with policy and procedure
  • Communicates patient findings and pertinent information to the Provider and / or Licensed Nurse utilizing appropriate communication / documentation processes
  • Accurate and timely documentation of care within EPIC system
  • Performs point-of-service activities such as appointment scheduling, visit preparation, co-payment collection and patient tracking as needed
  • Performs clinical duties that are department specific such as POCT, hearing and vision screenings, and any other procedures
  • Performs routine task and general office duties such as faxing, copying, filing, etc. as needed
  • Cleans, stocks, and prepares examination rooms
  • Develops and maintains positive relationships with patients, families, and colleagues
  • Follows safety policies and procedures in the delivery of care to assure a safe environment for patients, families, and other staff members
  • Other duties assigned

Other information : Technical Expertise

Technical Expertise

  • Experience in phlebotomy is preferred.
  • Knowledge of and experience in medical terminology is required.
  • Experience working in healthcare environment is preferred.
  • Experience working in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required.
  • Experience working in electronic medical record (i.e., EPIC) or similar software is preferred.

Education and Experience

  • Education : High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Completion of an approved (valid) Medical Assistant Program, EMT Program, or Paramedic Program is required.
  • Certification : Basic Life Support (BLS) training from the American Heart Association is required.
  • Certification : Medical Assistant certification preferred.
  • Years of relevant experience : no experience required.
  • Years of experience supervising : None.

Part Time

FTE : 0.600000

Status : Onsite

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

  • Other
  • 12 hours ago
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