Medical Assistant – Allergy and Immunology

Cleveland Clinic

. Assist with screenings and treatments by gathering and updating health-maintenance information .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeAkron • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care documentation, specimen collection, and monitoring patient conditions while adhering to safety protocols. Holds relevant certifications and possesses the ability to operate medical office equipment effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Medical Assisting CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS)Clinical Externship ExperiencePatient Care DocumentationSpecimen Collection

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Hard Skills

Patient RegistrationData EntryHealth-Maintenance Information GatheringMedication Change IdentificationAllergy Information Updating

Soft Skills

Manual DexterityGood Visual AcuityCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Office EquipmentPersonal Protective Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS)Medical Assisting Certification

Industry Keywords

Clinical ExperienceHealth MaintenancePatient CareStandard PrecautionsInfluenza Vaccination Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with screenings and treatments by gathering and updating health-maintenance information
Identify medication changes and update allergy information
Collect specimens and perform tests
Document patient care
Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition
Maintain equipment, medical supplies and examination areas
Perform filing, reception, scheduling, data entry and patient registration
Work a variable schedule of 6:00am–3:00pm or 7:00am–4:00pm

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate from an approved medical assisting program OR military training as a hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W) or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross; if not held, must obtain during the new hire period
Completion of a clinical externship OR extensive clinical experience
Medical Assisting certification preferred
Successful completion of a Cleveland Clinic externship preferred
Manual dexterity to operate office equipment
May require extended periods of standing, walking or sitting
Good visual acuity through normal or corrected vision
Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently
Must follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required
Must comply with annual influenza vaccination program or obtain an approved exemption
Employment offers are followed by testing for controlled substances

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunity employer
Drug-free environment
Influenza prevention program with annual vaccination or approved exemption
Personal protective equipment provided/required as appropriate