• Medical Assistant

    Actalent (Akron, OH)


    Job Title: Medical Assistant

    Job Description

    The Medical Assistant is responsible for rooming patients, obtaining vitals, and updating basic health information in the electronic health record (EHR). This role involves preparing exam rooms, managing daily tasks, and ensuring exceptional customer service.

    Responsibilities

    + Room patients and obtain vitals.

    + Update basic health information in the EHR.

    + Answer phones and handle prior authorizations.

    + Manage medical records requests.

    + Prepare exam rooms by sterilizing and restocking supplies.

    + Document care provided and patient interactions in the EHR.

    + Process patient referrals for specialty care and follow up as needed.

    + Provide follow-up phone calls to clients or other professionals.

    + Maintain a clean, orderly, and functional work environment.

    + Demonstrate exceptional customer service.

    + Work effectively as a flexible and cooperative team member.

    + Manage difficult or conflict situations constructively and seek assistance when necessary.

    + Perform other duties as assigned.

    Essential Skills

    + Medical assisting

    + Patient care

    + Phlebotomy(You will not be doing any Injections)

    + Completion of Medical Assistant Program with 120 hours of clinical or externship experience

    + High school diploma or GED

    + Medical terminology

    + Experience working in electronic health records

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + MA certification preferred

    + Current certification in CPR/BLS

    + One year or greater experience as a Medical Assistant preferred

    + Epic experience preferred

    + Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills

    + Exemplary written and verbal communication skills

    + Sensitivity to, and competence in cultural differences, HIV/AIDS, minority health, Gender Affirming Care, sexual practices, and chemical dependency

    + Competence in working with persons of color, and gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender community

    Work Environment

    The position is part of a regional not-for-profit community-based healthcare system and federally qualified community health center look-alike, supporting the community. The environment demands sensitivity and competence in diverse cultural practices and health needs, fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Akron, Ohio.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $17.79 - $21.50/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Akron,OH.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.