Medical Assistant |Oncology Rapid Assessment Clinic | Part-Time | Days

University of Chicago•Chicago, IL

13h•Onsite

About The Position

UChicago Medicine is hiring a Medical Assistant for its Oncology Rapid Assessment Clinic (ORAC) at the Hyde Park campus. ORAC provides urgent, same-day or next-day evaluation and treatment for oncology patients experiencing acute symptoms related to their disease or treatment. The Medical Assistant supports safe, efficient, patient-centered care in a fast-paced ambulatory oncology setting, working closely with registered nurses, advanced practice providers, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team. The role supports clinic operations and patient throughput and requires strong organization, attention to detail, and adaptability. This is a 100% onsite position at the Hyde Park campus. Candidates must be based in the greater Chicagoland area. The role is part-time at 0.6 FTE, generally approximately 24 hours per week, scheduled for two 12-hour day shifts (approximately 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.) and every other weekend and holidays. On-call shifts are not scheduled.

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, determining priorities, and organizing work, including maintaining an organized, alphabetized filing system.
General working knowledge of a PC.
Experience with 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 perform stocking, lifting, and transporting supplies and instruments.
Experience in oncology, ambulatory care, or an acute care setting.
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team-based environment.
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
Phlebotomy experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Know and 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 and as directed by a registered nurse or physician.
Implement and document patient and family education as delegated by the registered nurse or physician.
Obtain and record vital signs.
Perform patient-population-specific tests, such as pregnancy tests, urinalysis, and hemocult testing.
Document all aspects of patient care according to hospital policies and procedures.
Perform phlebotomy services.
Assist with specimen collection.
Label and log specimens in compliance with hospital standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.