Certified Medical Assistant
About The Position
As a community-based hospital, Humboldt Park Health reinvests in the community through programs that serve the poor and uninsured, manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, provide health education, and promote initiatives and outreach for older adults. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring, and connection for the patients and families in the community we call home. Since its founding in 1894, Humboldt Park Health has been deeply committed to serving the Humboldt Park community. Humboldt Park Health is a 200-bed acute care facility providing patient-centered healthcare services focused on quality and compassionate care, ranging from everyday healthcare needs to treatment for the most critical conditions. Caring for others starts with supporting the people who make it possible. We are committed to supporting our employees with meaningful benefits, retirement planning support, and opportunities for continued growth and development. Whether you are seeking a full-time, part-time, or Registry position, you will be part of a compassionate, team-oriented environment dedicated to caring for both our patients and our staff.
Requirements
- Work experience in an occupational health or primary care clinic setting is required.
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
- Certified as a medical assistant by one of the National Commission for Certifying Agencies approved organizations required.
- CPR certification required.
Responsibilities
- Performs direct patient care and clinical flow per guideline or policy.
- Prepares patients for the doctor by providing instructions or forms, assists with exams, and carries out orders; obtains equipment or job descriptions for fitness for duty exams.
- Performs phlebotomist duties; completes drug/alcohol tests following specific protocols
- Reviews physicals / test results with the doctor.
- Answers telephone inquiries from patients and clients, provides administrative support and attends meetings.
- Documents employee statements regarding injuries or exposures; prepares reports as needed; maintains work related injury files; arranges for storage of files with resources in Medical Records.
- Administers annual employee TB testing, flu shots and fit tests.
- Provides information to authorized personnel including Human Resources regarding employee health and work related injuries.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, subject to eligibility requirements
- Paid Time Off (PTO), which may increase with years of service
- Employee discount at the Humboldt Park Health Wellness Center
- Education reimbursement, subject to eligibility requirements
- Employee wellness programs
- Additional voluntary benefits
- Opportunities for additional shifts, where applicable
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
