Medical Assistant I
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 Outpatient Center in Schaumburg Job Description 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. Essential Job Functions: Depending on location, performs phlebotomy and specimen processing as directed by delegating provider. 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. 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.
Requirements
- High school diploma required.
- Successful completion of a formal Medical Assistant program.
- Possesses 0 – 3 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
- Performs phlebotomy and specimen processing as directed by delegating provider.
- Administers, including but not limited to, intramuscular injections, subcutaneous injections, intradermal skin testing, topical medications, ophthalmic drops and nasal spray.
- Performs ECGs, places Holter monitors and downloads telemetry data.
- 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.
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
