Medical Assistant-Medical Oncology Full Time Days
About The Position
The Medical Assistant is a member of the health care team who supports physicians, nurses, and other licensed medical staff by facilitating efficient patient flow, assisting with patient care activities, and performing related administrative functions. The role is responsible for maintaining neat, clean, and safe patient care areas, promoting patient satisfaction through professional and friendly interactions, and safeguarding patient confidentiality. This full-time position is 40 hours per week at the Lake Forest Hospital Cancer Center, with travel to the Glenview clinic as needed. The schedule is Monday through Friday, between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., in eight-hour shifts.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Current certification in an accepted medical assistant credential, or written proof of eligibility to take one of the eligible certification exams (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA, or NRCMA).
- Complete one of the specified medical assistant certifications within the first six months of employment, with up to two test attempts, and acknowledge during onboarding that certification must be attained within six months as a condition of employment.
- American Heart Association-accredited Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification.
- Zero to two years of experience in a relevant role.
- Strong computer skills.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program.
- One to two years of ambulatory care experience.
- Experience with an electronic medical record.
Responsibilities
- Escort patients to exam rooms, verify identity using two identifiers, and prepare patients for examinations.
- Obtain accurate vital signs and document the reason for the visit; update or confirm allergies, smoking history, and pharmacy information.
- Promptly notify the provider and registered nurse of significant changes in vital signs or acute symptoms.
- Anticipate and prepare equipment and supplies for visits, clean and prepare exam rooms for the next patient, and prioritize tasks to support efficient patient flow.
- Assist practitioners with medical and surgical procedures according to established protocols, including ECGs, venipuncture, immunizations, procedure tray setup, specimen collection, and provider-directed CLIA-waived testing.
- Prepare and stock exam rooms, disinfect and sterilize equipment and instruments, and participate in environmental safety rounds.
- Maintain vaccine and medication inventory; monitor and maintain equipment and instruments according to clinic guidelines; assist with ordering supplies and dispose of expired items correctly.
- Follow office opening and closing procedures.
- Accept and perform delegated responsibilities, assist coworkers, attend and participate in staff meetings, and communicate effectively with patients and the patient care team in person and by phone.
- Perform delegated procedures common to the specialty area safely, effectively, and efficiently.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Loan forgiveness
- 401(k) matching
- Benefits intended to support employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being and provide protection for unexpected life events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
