Medical Assistant - Women's Health
About The Position
The Medical Assistant supports the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks that are vital to patient care, following applicable regulations and guidelines to protect patient safety and confidentiality, and maintaining professionalism and compassion in patient interactions. In this women's health role, the Medical Assistant supports providers and patients and helps ensure a coordinated, compassionate care experience. The position is based at the practice’s main location in the Medical Office Center at 17850 S Kedzie Ave., Suite 3100, Hazel Crest, Illinois, with travel required to South Chicago OB/GYN and SSUB OB/GYN sites. Additional listed locations include Orland Park, South Holland, and Frankfort; travel to Trinity hub sites may also be needed for staffing support. The practice provides comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care and performs in-office procedures including colposcopy, endometrial biopsy, LEEP, and hysteroscopy.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- A medical assistant diploma, or two years of medical assistant experience, or certification as a medical assistant with two years of medical assistant experience.
- Previous experience working in an OB or women's health clinic or department.
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients and support their transition into care.
- Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and health screenings.
- Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers during procedures.
- Administer medications and vaccines as directed.
- Perform laboratory-related tasks, including specimen collection and point-of-care testing.
- Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
- Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to provide coordinated care.
- Follow applicable regulations and guidelines to protect patient safety and confidentiality.
Benefits
- Paid time off programs.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
- Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
- Educational Assistance Program.
- Competitive compensation, premium pay for eligible shifts or on-call work, incentive pay for select positions, and potential annual performance-based increases.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
