Medical Assistant

Mia Aesthetics - Chicago•Chicago, IL

About The Position

At Mia Aesthetics, the Medical Assistant serves as a liaison between patients, nurses, surgeons, and facility staff. The role may support multiple areas, including sterilization, operating-room circulation, and the Post Anesthesia Care Unit, with duties that rotate according to business needs. The position supports surgical and clinical workflows, patient follow-up and recovery, equipment and supply readiness, infection control, and patient care. Mia Aesthetics provides on-the-job training, professional development opportunities, opportunities for advancement, and benefit offerings.

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma.
Hold and maintain a Medical Assistant certification or registration.
Hold and maintain an active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Be willing to assist in all areas, including sterilization, operating-room circulation, and the Post Anesthesia Care Unit.
Ability to stand, bend, and reach low or overhead for prolonged periods.
Ability to move quickly in response to physician and patient needs.
High-level visual and auditory acuity for timely response and patient-care assessment activities.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly.
Work involves Category I exposure to bloodborne pathogens, frequent exposure to chemical hazards, and possible exposure to radiation hazards.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Apply sanitary, infection-control, and safety standards when preparing and sanitizing surgical instruments.
Handle instruments safely and accurately in accordance with sterilization processes.
Ensure equipment is functioning properly and escalate malfunctions to the Clinical Administrator when unable to resolve them.
Peel-pack supplies and instruments, wrap instruments for sterilization, and inspect instruments for use, function, completeness, and cleanliness.
Document and maintain accurate sterilization records.
Perform simple equipment maintenance, such as cleaning filters and drains.
Prepare trays for designated areas according to policies and procedures.
Document and maintain an inventory of supplies and materials.
Prepare surgery suites by gathering, organizing, and preparing supplies and equipment for procedures.
Monitor surgical supplies and equipment inventory and notify appropriate individuals when supplies are needed.
Operate medical equipment and perform technical skills according to policies and standards of care, seeking assistance when appropriate.
Restock surgery suites after procedures have ended for the day.
Collaborate with surgical and clinical team members on coordinated outcomes and interventions related to patient progress and care.
Maintain operating rooms in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition.
Follow established HIPAA policies and procedures.
Bring patients into examination rooms in preparation for follow-up visits.
Take and record patient vital signs and obtain urine samples.
Clean examination rooms and perform room turnover.
Work with surgeons, massage therapists, and nurses to support efficient workflow.
Communicate post-procedure healing instructions in a way that promotes patient understanding and confidence.
Record appropriate patient information in patient charts and/or Salesforce.
Report problems or unusual circumstances to the Clinical Administrator and Surgeon.
Follow procedures for post-surgical and procedural processes.
Provide excellent customer service and ensure clients' unique needs are met.
Maintain professionalism and interact with patients empathetically and energetically.
Provide basic direct patient care as delegated by a Registered Nurse.
Monitor vital signs and report patient behavior and well-being to PACU Registered Nurses.
Prepare recovery rooms with necessary items, including blankets, pillows, and medical equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.