School Medical Assistant I: Warren City Schools

Akron Children's Center - Akron, OH

Part-time - Entry Level

Akron, OH

Social Assistance

About the position

The Medical Assistant role at Warren City Schools provides essential clinical and administrative support for patients under the guidance of a Provider or licensed Nurse. This position is integral to ensuring the health and well-being of students while they are in school, working closely with families and healthcare professionals to deliver quality care.

Responsibilities

• Actively interfaces with patients and families of Akron Children’s Hospitals.
• 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 the school medical record.
• Performs clinical duties that are department specific such as POCT, hearing and vision screenings, and any other procedures.
• Perform 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/students, families, school personnel and colleagues.
• Completes all assignments during scheduled working hours.
• 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of an approved (valid) Medical Assistant Certificate Program (MA), EMT Program, or Paramedic Program is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) training from the American Heart Association is required.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred (CMA or R.M.A.).
• No experience required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in a school health environment.

Benefits

• $2,000 Sign on bonus (taxable)