Medical Assistant/CNA - McHenry

GREATER FAMILY HEALTH•McHenry, IL

1d•$17 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides patient care and follow-up, performs laboratory duties, and assists providers and nursing staff. The position supports efficient clinic workflow and follows Primary Care Medical Home policies and procedures, as well as organizational compliance, safety, and infection-control requirements. Work sites and shifts may change at the supervisor’s discretion, and the employee is expected to attend scheduled shifts prepared to perform the job.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certificate.
Current BLS certification.
Knowledge of anatomy and limited physiology and disease processes.
Knowledge of laboratory and other procedures performed in an outpatient setting.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from patients, regulatory agencies, or community members.
Ability to present information effectively to the Leadership Team and public groups.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to solve practical problems and work with concrete variables when health information is limited.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.
Ability to use technical skills and apply the knowledge necessary for the position.
Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.
Knowledge of and compliance with Greater Family Health safety and infection-control policies and procedures.
Knowledge of medical terminology and basic clinical and laboratory skills.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early morning and late evening hours.
Ability to work weekend health center hours.
Pleasant disposition and ability to communicate effectively with patients and internal and external customers.
Ability to provide care to patients ranging from neonates through adults.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
At least six months of related experience and/or training.
Ability to translate between English and Spanish verbally and in writing.
Current Medical Assistant certificate.

Responsibilities

Follow all Primary Care Medical Home (PCMH) policies and procedures.
Escort patients to examination rooms and prepare them for examination.
Perform CLIA-waived testing, quality controls, and specimen collection.
Complete clinical tasks that promote efficient workflow.
Follow and implement infection-control policies and procedures.
Safely prepare and administer injections and medications.
Report to scheduled work sites and shifts on time and prepared to perform job responsibilities.
Participate in offered training, consultations, and supervision.
Follow and implement the Corporate Compliance Program.
Respond professionally to and implement directives and advice from supervisors and training personnel, and professionally consider feedback from coworkers.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Communicate observations based on a patient’s chief complaint to providers.
Consult or confer with a Registered Nurse or Provider in the health center setting.