Medical Assistant Jobs in Chicago, IL

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Successful completion of a formal Medical Assistant program.
• 0–3 years of relevant clinical experience.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Interpersonal skills sufficient to work effectively with pediatric patients, families, physicians, nursing staff, and other allied health and medical center personnel.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through AAMA or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA); preferred but not required.
• Some college.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy and specimen processing as directed by a delegating provider, depending on location.
• Administer medications and treatments, including intramuscular and subcutaneous injections, intradermal skin testing, topical medications, ophthalmic drops, and nasal spray.
• Perform ECGs, place Holter monitors, and download telemetry data, depending on location.
• Work with other staff to maximize clinic flow.
• Intervene appropriately in emergency situations.
• Document data and changes in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Provide assistance or backup support for administrative tasks, including scheduling patient visits and basic check-in and check-out activities.
• Obtain measurements, patient history, and other intake information.
• Stock and maintain the clinic area and order supplies as needed.
• Demonstrate knowledge and competency in protocols for chemical disinfection, high-level disinfection, and sterilization when required.
• Direct high-level disinfection scope cleaning according to defined processes, depending on location.
• Complete required training and education, including Healthcare Provider CPR.
• Perform other job functions as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-paid group term life and disability insurance.
• Employer contribution toward a Health Savings Account.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• 403(b) plan with a 5% employer match.
• Supplemental life, AD&D, and disability coverage.
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• Tuition assistance.
• Student loan servicing and support.
• Adoption benefits.
• Backup childcare and eldercare.
• Employee Assistance Program and specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members.
• Discounts on services at Lurie Children’s facilities.
• Discount purchasing program.
• Some hourly employees may receive differentials; select roles may receive leadership incentives.