Medical Assistant - Oncology - Days

Nevada System of Higher Education • Chicago, IL

3d • $20 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides clinical functions and business office assistance in the clinics of healthcare providers by demonstrating a high level of competency and customer service.

Requirements

• License: Certification or registration as a Medical Assistant with a nationally recognized accrediting body preferred.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant training program preferred.
• Certification: Current CPR certification with the American Heart Association, required.
• Experience: Prior experience or hospital experience preferred.
• Skills: Must be able to perform needed clinical skills based on office specialty, including vital signs and other relevant skills.
• Typing, computer entry, patient registration, charge entry and filing.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility with work schedule or hours to meet clinic needs, including shift rotations.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a commitment to the mission of Swedish Hospital and demonstrates a service orientation and adheres to all responsibilities and standards of the Swedish Medical Group.
• Greets patients providing a high level of customer service and answers telephone referrals/inquiries.
• Prepares patients for the health care visit by directing and/or accompanying them to the examining room; provides exam gowns and drapes; helps to position patient for the examination and/or treatment; arranges exam room instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviews and/or records medical history; takes vital signs; confirms purpose of visit or treatment.
• Supports patient care delivery by assisting the healthcare providers during examinations; prepares laboratory specimens; performs basic laboratory tests on the premises; disposes of contaminated supplies; sterilizes medical instruments; administers medications on the premises; authorizes drug refills as directed; telephones prescriptions to pharmacies; draws blood; prepares patients for x-rays; takes electrocardiograms; removes sutures; changes dressings; prepares for and assists with procedures as directed, specialty specific clinical duties as directed.
• Educates patients by providing medication and diet information and instructions; answers questions.
• Completes records by recording patient examination, treatment, and test results.
• Generates revenues by recording billing information of services rendered; completes insurance forms; responds to insurance and other third-party inquiries.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; places orders; verifies receipt.
• Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshoots breakdowns; maintains supplies; performs preventive maintenance and calls for repairs as needed.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures; complies with legal regulations.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping patient care information confidential.

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. (For AIP eligible positions)
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)
• 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
• Discounted Parking
• Wellness Program
• Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED