Medical Assistant (MA) - Urogynecology and Female Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery - Skokie
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. This role involves documenting vital signs, allergies, medications, and reason for office visits, as well as taking medical histories. The MA will prepare patients for examinations and procedures, perform various clinical tasks such as bladder scans, void trials, and catheterizations, and assist the physician during procedures. Responsibilities also include collecting and preparing specimens, sterilizing medical equipment using High Level Disinfection, answering phones, scheduling patients, reviewing provider templates, and performing other delegated functions. This position requires travel to various locations for coverage and training in Gynecological Pain & MIS.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent work experience 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
- Medical Assistant Certification (AMT or AAMA) is preferred
- 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
- Travel to various locations for vacation, vacancies and/or medical leave coverage
- Be trained to cross cover Gynecological Pain & MIS
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.
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job
- 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
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
