Medical Assistant - Akron Childrens Hospital CHPA Office

Akron Children’s is brimming with the latest techniques, state-of-the-art pediatric equipment and top experts. But what makes us extraordinary is your passion – for children, for our mission and for your field.

We love what we do, and we make every coworker and every family feel right at home. It’s how we’ve earned  NorthCoast 99  and Becker's Healthcare awards for great workplaces.

From the way we build connections with our patients to the way we push the limits of medicine, working here is a one-of-a-kind experience.

Reports to the Practice Manager and under the clinical supervision and direction of a Physician provides specific clinical care to designated patients. Takes and records vital signs and weight/height. Performs hearing and vision screening evaluations. Performs phlebotomy, and obtains nasopharyngeal and other specimens for testing. Administers vaccines and medications, including antibiotics, as directed by the physician according to policy and procedure. Maintains the clinical and exam areas. Documents test results on medical record. Answers basic health care questions via phone for parents using pre-approved guidelines. Performs other assigned tasks to promote efficient Practice operation and contribute to the provision of quality patient care. Assists with filing and appointment scheduling as needed and as time permits. Part-time 24 hours a week Benefit Eligible Must be able to work some evenings (until 7:00 p.m.) Will rotate Saturdays

Must be a graduate of an accredited high school. Must be a Medical Assistant with certification preferred or equivalent education, training, or experience including paramedics, EMT or military training. Must be able to work as part of a team and interact with people in a friendly, supportive manner at all times. Must have or obtain BLS certification

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https://www.akronchildrens.org/cms/careers/index.html