Medical Assistant Breast Surgery Full time Sign-on Bonus offered

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Geneva, IL

2d • $19 - $26

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports physicians, nurses, and other licensed medical staff by facilitating efficient patient flow, assisting with patient care activities, and performing administrative functions. The role helps maintain safe, clean patient care areas, promotes patient satisfaction through professional interactions, and safeguards patient confidentiality. The position is in Breast Surgery and includes a $1,000 sign-on bonus, subject to eligibility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current certification in an accepted medical assistant credential, or written proof of eligibility to take one of the eligible certification exams: AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA, or NRCMA.
• Certification must be attained within the first six months of employment, after up to two test attempts, as a condition of employment. Accepted certifications include CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), NCMA (NCCT), CCMA (NHA), or NRCMA (NAHP).
• American Heart Association-accredited Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification.
• Zero to two years of experience in a relevant role.
• Strong computer skills.
• Sign an onboarding acknowledgement that certification must be attained within six months.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program.
• One to two years of ambulatory care experience.
• Experience with an electronic medical record.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms, verify identity using two identifiers, and prepare them for examinations.
• Obtain and document vital signs, reason for visit, and updates or confirmations of allergies, smoking history, and pharmacy information; promptly report significant changes or acute symptoms to the provider and registered nurse.
• Anticipate and prepare equipment and supplies for visits, clean and prepare exam rooms for subsequent patients, and prioritize tasks to support patient flow.
• Assist practitioners with medical and surgical procedures according to established protocols, including ECGs, venipuncture, immunizations, procedure tray setup, specimen collection, and CLIA-waived testing as directed by a provider.
• Prepare and stock exam rooms; disinfect and sterilize equipment and instruments according to protocols; participate in environmental safety rounds; maintain vaccine and medication inventory and equipment; assist with ordering supplies; and dispose of expired items properly.
• Follow office opening and closing procedures.
• Accept delegated responsibilities, offer assistance to others, attend and participate in staff meetings, and communicate effectively with patients and the patient care team in person and by phone.
• Perform delegated procedures common to the specialty area safely, effectively, and efficiently.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.

Benefits

• $1,000 sign-on bonus, subject to eligibility.
• The company describes a range of benefits intended to support employees' physical, emotional, and financial well-being and provide protection for unexpected life events.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Loan forgiveness.
• 401(k) matching.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED