Medical Assistant, Multispecialty Oncology Clinic, Registry

UChicago Medicine•Crown Point, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

A Medical Assistant performs a wide variety of patient care services under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice nurse (APN), or physician. Services may involve therapeutic and/or diagnostic procedures. This is a registry position in the Multispecialty Cancer Clinics in Crown Point, Indiana, with a 0.2 FTE and day shifts, usually eight hours per shift. The Medical Assistant supports patient care, clinic operations, documentation, specimen processing, and regulatory compliance. The role also includes assisting with staff orientation, departmental projects, and research data collection as requested.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Graduation from a certified Medical Assistant program (CMA credential).
Phlebotomy training.
Certified Medical Assistant certification.
Current Certificate of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training.
Successful completion of the CMA certification exam or Registered MA exam within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

Practice UChicago Medicine’s values and Patient Centered Care Definition and Principles.
Perform assigned direct patient care duties within the scope of nursing policies and procedures.
Implement and document patient and family education as delegated by the RN or physician.
Obtain and record vital signs.
Assist care providers with patient examinations and diagnostic procedures.
Perform tests specific to the patient population, such as pregnancy tests, urinalysis, and hemocults.
Document patient care according to hospital policies and procedures.
Perform phlebotomy services and assist with specimen collection, labeling, and logging in compliance with hospital standards.
Assist patients with dressing and undressing when needed.
Administer medications as ordered by a physician or APN.
Discard expired medications and supplies monthly.
Communicate changes in patients’ biophysical or emotional status to the RN or physician.
Use appropriate patient care protocols for the physical, psychological, and developmental needs of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Use computers to obtain information and schedule appointments.
Collect, wash, prepare, and monitor instruments and equipment in compliance with hospital standards.
Transport, lift, and assist patients using wheelchairs, stretchers, and examining tables.
Keep exam rooms clean and stocked; contact EVS as appropriate, submit work orders for minor physical-plant problems, and empty needle boxes as needed.
Clean instruments and scopes; keep clean and sterile supplies separate, wipe cabinets, and ensure linen is covered.
Check schedules regularly, monitor waiting and exam rooms, carry out physician orders promptly, and assist patients to facilitate a positive visit.
Maintain patient care areas in compliance with tJC and CLIA requirements.
Use time, supplies, and personnel cost-effectively.
Participate in staff meetings and departmental projects as required.
Assist with orientation of new employees.
Assist with research-study data collection as requested, and perform typing and chart/result filing as assigned.