School Medical Assistant - TWINSBURG Job Akron area,Ohio USA,Healthcare

Twinsburg City Schools

1:1 with student with bus ride

M-F while school is in session

Summary

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

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

Technical Expertise

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 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).
Certification:
Basic Life Support (BLS) training from the American Heart Association is required.
Credential/Certification:
Medical Assistant certification preferred (CMA or R.M.A.)
Years of relevant experience: no experience required
Years of experience supervising:
None

Other information

Part Time

FTE: 0.600000

Status:
Onsite