Medical Assistant, ENT - Full-Time, Days
About The Position
UChicago Medicine is hiring a Medical Assistant for its ENT team at the DCAM - Hyde Park clinic. This is a full-time, 100% onsite position for someone based in the greater Chicagoland area. The Medical Assistant works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Nurse, or physician, assisting with clinical and administrative tasks to support patient care. Duties include administering vaccines, conducting EKGs, recording vital signs, maintaining patient records, and collaborating with the healthcare team. The role supports an academic healthcare system known for innovative ENT treatment and individualized, compassionate patient care. Employees are expected to practice the University of Chicago Medical Center’s Pride Values and Patient Centered Care Definition and Principles. The position is generally scheduled for approximately 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, on the day shift from approximately 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with no on-call shifts. Employment is contingent on completing a pre-employment physical, background check, and drug screening, and complying with flu vaccination requirements before hire. Medical and religious exemptions to flu vaccination will be considered consistent with applicable law.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited body.
- Current certificate of cardiopulmonary resuscitation training.
- Phlebotomy experience.
- Experience working in a community health setting.
- Completion of a certified or registered medical assistant program recognized by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Graduate of a certified Medical Assistant program (CMA credential).
Nice To Haves
- Skill in verbal communication, prioritizing, and organizing work; ability to maintain an organized, alphabetized filing system.
- General working knowledge of PCs, Excel, Microsoft Word for Windows, OASIS, and EPIC.
- Computerized appointment scheduling experience.
- Ability to handle stress in a fast-paced environment.
- Skill in handling sensitive public contacts with discretion, tact, and courtesy when dealing with patients, coworkers, and physicians.
- Physical ability to stock, lift, and transport supplies and instruments.
Responsibilities
- Practice the University of Chicago Medical Center’s Pride Values and Patient Centered Care Definition and Principles.
- Perform assigned direct patient care duties within the scope of Nursing policies and procedures.
- Implement and document patient and family education as delegated by an RN or physician.
- Obtain and record vital signs.
- Perform tests such as pregnancy tests, urinalysis, and hemocults appropriate to the patient population.
- Document all aspects of patient care according to hospital policies and procedures.
- Perform phlebotomy services.
- Assist with specimen collection, labeling, and logging in compliance with hospital standards.
- Assist with clinical and administrative tasks, including administering vaccines, conducting EKGs, maintaining accurate patient records, and collaborating with the healthcare team.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
