Medical Assistant (MA) - Urogynecology & Female Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery - Highland Park
About The Position
The Medical Assistant (MA) in Urogynecology and Female Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery will provide clinical care under the direction of the office Practice Manager and Physicians. Responsibilities include documenting vital signs, allergies, medications, reason for office visit, and taking medical histories. The MA will prepare patients for examinations and procedures, perform bladder scans, void trials, catheterizations, and assist the physician during procedures. They will also collect and prepare specimens, sterilize medical equipment/scopes using High Level Disinfection, answer phones, schedule, reschedule, and register patients, and review provider templates. This role requires flexibility, a team-player attitude, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The position will also be trained to cross cover Gynecological Pain & MIS.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent work experience is required.
- CPR certification through the American Heart Association required
- One year of work experience required
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program is preferred, but not required
- Medical Assistant Certification (AMT or AAMA) is preferred, but not required.
- Previous experience working in a Women’s Health medical office (or related field) is preferred.
- Flexibility, team player & enjoy working at a fast pace.
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical care under the direction of the office Practice Manager and Physicians
- Document vital signs, allergies, medications, reason for office visit and take medical histories
- Prepare patients for examinations and procedures; perform bladder scans, void trials, catheterizations, assist the physician during procedures
- Collect/prepare specimens
- Sterilize medical equipment/scopes using High Level Disinfection
- Answer phones in admin office
- Schedule, reschedule and register patients
- Review provider templates
- Perform other functions as delegated
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
- Free Parking
- Wellness Program Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
