Medical Assistant - Dermatology Clinic (Aurora)
About The Position
Support the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks vital to patient care while adhering to relevant regulations and guidelines for patient safety and confidentiality. Maintain professionalism and compassion in all interactions. This Medical Assistant role is based at the Aurora Medical Group Dermatology Clinic at 4100 Healthway Dr., Aurora, Illinois. The position is full time, 40 hours per week, with a four-day work week: Wednesday and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., plus two 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. shifts on Monday, Tuesday, or Friday. The Medical Assistant will also be cross-trained in endocrinology, nephrology, and allergy.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- A medical assistant diploma, or two years of medical assistant experience, or certification as a medical assistant together with two years of medical assistant experience.
- Ability to meet the role’s physical requirements, including frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting; lifting and supporting up to 35 pounds; pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force; and performing a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
- Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, including fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
- Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
- Ability to perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation if needed.
- Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment when necessary due to possible exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease.
Nice To Haves
- Phlebotomy skills.
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients and support their transition into care.
- Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and health screenings.
- Prepare patients for exams and assist providers during procedures.
- Administer medications and vaccines as directed.
- Perform lab-related tasks, including specimen collection and point-of-care testing.
- Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
- Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver coordinated, high-quality care.
- Follow relevant regulations and guidelines to protect patient safety and confidentiality.
Benefits
- Paid time off programs
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Adoption assistance
- Paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
- Financial wellness programs
- Educational assistance program
- Career development programs
- Premium pay, such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate’s job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
