Medical Assistant (MA) - Gynecology and Gynecological Pain & Minimally Invasive Surgery - Skokie
About The Position
The Medical Assistant (MA) will provide clinical care under the direction of the office Physicians and Practice Manager. This role involves documenting vital signs, allergies, medications, and reason for office visits, as well as taking medical histories. The MA will prepare patients for examinations and procedures, collect and prepare specimens, and sterilize and perform High-Level Disinfection on instruments and scopes. Responsibilities also include phone triage, managing test results and prior authorizations, and in-basket management. This position will also provide back-up coverage for Patient Support Associates and perform other delegated functions. The role requires travel to other locations for coverage and training in Urogynecology.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent work experience is required.
- CPR certification through the American Heart Association required
- One year of work experience required
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program is preferred, but not required
- Medical Assistant Certification (AMT or AAMA) is preferred, but not required
- Previous experience working in a Women’s Health medical office (or related field) is preferred
- Flexibility, team player & enjoy working at a fast pace
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical care under the direction of the office Physicians and Practice Manager
- Document vital signs, allergies, medications, reason for office visit and take medical histories
- Prepare patients for examinations and procedures like Colposcopy, LEEPS, Hysteroscopy
- Collect/prepare specimens
- Sterilize and High-Level Disinfection instruments and scopes
- Phone triage, test results, prior authorizations and in-basket management
- Back-up coverage for Patient Support Associates
- Perform other functions as delegated
- Travel to our Chicago Lakeview office or other locations for vacation, vacancies and/or medical leave coverage
- Be trained to cross cover Urogynecology
Benefits
- Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance.
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- Wellness Program
- Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
