Medical Assistant I - Primary Care

Akron Children's Hospital Ravenna, OH 44266, US

Full-Time: 80 Hours Bi-Weekly

Variable Schedule

Onsite

$2,000 Sign-on Bonus 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

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.

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Status: Onsite

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