Clinic Assistant-Full Time, Mokena

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare•Mokena, IL

3d•$19 - $26

About The Position

The Clinic Assistant (CA) is a multi-skilled team member in a physician office setting, working under the supervision of a physician and/or the direction of a licensed nurse. The CA provides direct and indirect patient care, performs laboratory and other testing, and may assist with clerical functions. The role includes interacting and communicating with patients and clinical staff in an ambulatory care environment, while adhering to Northwestern Medicine’s mission, values, Code of Ethics, compliance program, policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The position is listed at 40 hours per week (1.0 FTE) and is a day shift.

Requirements

One or more years of recent experience working as a clinic assistant in a physician office or hospital setting; or completion of a training program in a medically related field; or current enrollment in a medically related college degree program with the intent of entering the healthcare field.
Basic Life Support certification from an American Heart Association-accredited source within 90 days if hired for The Health Network; certification is required on the first day if hired in the Academic Medical System (central region).
High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree or bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient treatments under the supervision of a healthcare provider.
Perform basic tasks, screening procedures, and specimen collection.
Screen for and communicate changes in patient condition.
Document patient care provided.
Maintain equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
Maintain the examination area.
Perform administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, billing, and patient registration.
Present a friendly, approachable, and professional demeanor and appearance.