Medical Assistant I - New Rates of Pay and $2,000 Sign on bonus available
Company: Akron Children's Hospital
Location: Akron
Posted on: September 27, 2024
Job Description:
Full-time, 36 hours/weekVariable day shift with rotating
weekendsOnsite$2,000 Sign on bonus [taxable] availableSummary: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:
0.900000Status: Onsite
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