Medical Assistant I

Lurie Children's Hospital•Evanston, IL

21h•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Location Chicago Area Pediatrics Job Description Successful completion of a formal Medical Assistant program (must be able to provide classes transcripts and/or diploma prior to start date). Required Schedule: Monday evening: 11-7:30 pm Tuesday: 8:30-5 Wednesday: Off Thursday: 9:30-6 Friday 8-4:30 There is a Saturday rotation from 8-11:30 every 3 weeks. General Summary: The Medical Assistant is responsible for daily clinical work in the outpatient/primary care setting in accordance with the Ambulatory Medical Assistant Scope of Practice. Assists Physicians and other staff under the direction of a Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Nurse and/or Physician.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Successful completion of a formal Medical Assistant program.
Possesses 3 or more years of relevant clinical experience.
Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
Excellent communication/listening skills.
Substantial interpersonal skills sufficient to work effectively with pediatric patients, families, physicians, nursing and other allied health and medical center personnel.

Nice To Haves

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) (AAMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) preferred but not required.
Some college, preferred.

Responsibilities

Depending on location, performs phlebotomy and specimen processing as directed by delegating provider.
May align to specific or multiple divisions.
Administers, including but not limited to, intramuscular injections, subcutaneous injections, intradermal skin testing, topical medications, ophthalmic drops and nasal spray.
Depending on location, performs ECGs, places Holter monitors and downloads telemetry data. Responsible for ECG and Holter program for a specific location.
Works in conjunction with other staff to maximize clinic flow.
Intervenes appropriately in emergency situations.
Documents data and changes in the Electronic Medical Record.
Provides assistance and or back up support for administrative tasks including but not limited to scheduling patient visits and performing basic “check-in, check out” activities.
Obtains measurements, patient history and other intake activities.
Stocks and maintains the clinic area including ordering of supplies as needed.
Demonstrates knowledge of pertinent aspects and competency with protocols related to the use of chemical disinfection, high level disinfection, and sterilization if required as part of the responsibilities of the role.
Depending on location, directs High Level Disinfection scope cleaning in accordance with defined HLD processes
Completes trainings and education including but not limited to Healthcare Provider CPR.
Other job functions as assigned.

Benefits

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Various voluntary benefits: Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Discount purchasing program