Medical Assistant - Trinity Clinc

Advocate Health•Chicago, IL

10d•$23 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks vital to patient care while following relevant regulations and guidelines to protect patient safety and confidentiality. The role calls for professionalism and compassion in every interaction. Medical Assistants support providers, connect with patients, and help ensure a seamless care experience as part of the ambulatory care team. The position is based at 901 E 95th St in Chicago, Illinois. Teammates are required to work one late night per week and one Saturday per month. Travel may be required to support multiple sites in accordance with operational needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
A medical assistant diploma, or two years of medical assistant experience, or certification as a medical assistant with two years of medical assistant experience.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
Ability to push or pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, with fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions, such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to work one late night per week and one Saturday per month; travel to multiple sites may be required.
May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
Physical abilities testing may be required.

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 examinations and assist providers during procedures.
Administer medications and vaccines as directed.
Perform laboratory-related tasks, including specimen collection and point-of-care testing.
Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
Work with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver coordinated care.
Follow relevant regulations and guidelines to protect patient safety and confidentiality.
Respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Premium pay, such as shift and on-call pay, for eligible positions.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Career development programs.