Medical Assistant
About The Position
Medical Assistants partner with Chicago ENT providers to ensure prompt, accurate, and compassionate patient care in an ambulatory care setting. The role assists physicians, mid-level practitioners, and registered nurses with patient evaluation, management, and treatment. It reports to the MA Lead and requires travel among clinic locations where the assigned provider holds clinic. The MA maintains patient flow and exam and treatment rooms, performs basic clinical skills such as taking vital signs and point-of-care testing, and administers intramuscular injections, immunizations, and over-the-counter medications under a physician’s direction. Over time, the MA will be cross-trained in ENT, Sleep, Allergy, Cosmetic, CT, and Triage services. The MA Lead assigns a weekly schedule of no more than 40 hours. Hours may fall between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., across five days that may include Monday through Saturday. The role requires standing for long periods and lifting up to 30 pounds. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a background check and drug screening, and employees must provide proof of vaccination or exemption.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Current CPR certification.
- Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 30 pounds.
- Provide proof of vaccination or exemption.
- Successfully complete a background check and drug screening as a condition of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of a Medical Assistant program.
- At least two years of clinical experience.
- Previous surgical experience.
- Current Medical Assistant certification from AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT.
Responsibilities
- Assist physicians, mid-level practitioners, and registered nurses with the evaluation, management, and treatment of patients in an ambulatory care setting.
- Maintain patient flow and the upkeep of exam and treatment rooms.
- Perform basic clinical skills, including taking vital signs and conducting point-of-care testing.
- Administer intramuscular injections, immunizations, and over-the-counter medications under the direction of a physician.
- Cross-train over time in ENT, Sleep, Allergy, Cosmetic, CT, and Triage services.
- Travel between office locations where the assigned provider holds clinic and work scheduled hours at those locations.
Benefits
- Medical and dental coverage.
- Life and disability coverage.
- Vision benefits.
- 401(k) plan with employer match.
- Vacation time.
- Weekends and major holidays off.
- Competitive salary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
