Medical Assistant-Gyn Oncology Full Time Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Orland Park, IL

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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 related administrative functions. The role is responsible for keeping patient care areas neat, clean, and safe; promoting patient satisfaction through professional and friendly interactions; and safeguarding patient confidentiality. The Medical Assistant adheres to Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, values, Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, applicable policies and procedures, and regulatory and accreditation standards.

The position supports a gynecologic oncology clinic and performs delegated procedures in accordance with established protocols and specialty practice guidance. The Medical Assistant also maintains clinic supplies, equipment, and rooms, and completes other duties assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current certification in an accepted medical assistant credential, or written proof of meeting eligibility requirements to take an accepted certification exam from AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA, or NRCMA.
• For new Medical Assistant graduates within six months of program graduation, a letter from the school or certifying body is accepted as documentation; for non-certified Medical Assistants or graduates more than six months past graduation, a letter from the certifying body is required.
• Complete one of the listed medical assistant certifications within the first six months of employment, with up to two test attempts: CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), NCMA (NCCT), CCMA (NHA), or NRCMA (NAHP).
• Sign an onboarding acknowledgment that certification must be attained within six months as a condition of employment.
• American Heart Association-accredited Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification.
• Zero to two years of experience in a relevant role.
• Strong computer skills.

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

• Facilitate efficient patient flow by escorting patients to exam rooms, confirming identity with two identifiers, and preparing patients for examination.
• Obtain and document accurate vital signs; document the reason for the visit; and update or confirm allergies, smoking history, and pharmacy information.
• Promptly inform the provider and registered nurse of significant changes in vital signs or acute symptoms.
• Anticipate and prepare equipment or supplies needed for visits, clean and prepare exam rooms for the next patient, and prioritize tasks to support clinic flow.
• Assist practitioners with medical and surgical procedures in accordance with established protocols, including ECGs, venipuncture, immunizations, procedure tray setup, specimen collection, and provider-directed CLIA-waived testing.
• Prepare and stock exam rooms, following protocols for disinfecting and sterilizing equipment and instruments.
• Participate in environmental safety rounds.
• Maintain vaccine and medication inventory; monitor and maintain equipment and instruments according to clinic guidelines; assist with ordering supplies; and dispose of expired items correctly.
• Follow office opening and closing procedures.
• Contribute to the patient care team by accepting delegated responsibilities, offering assistance to others, attending and participating in staff meetings, and communicating appropriately with patients and the 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

• Tuition reimbursement
• Loan forgiveness
• 401(k) matching
• A wide range of benefits intended to support employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being and provide protection for unexpected life events

What This Job Offers

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