Certified Medical Assistant Neurosurgery Clinic

About the role

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth means being part of a community dedicated to extending the healing ministry of Christ. We value each individual's wholeness and strive to uplift one another both physically and spiritually.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and equipment for treatment, initiate testing, and document results in the practice’s designated system.
• Maintain confidentiality of employees' and patients' administrative and medical information.
• Support staff teamwork by assisting patients, visitors, and co-workers when necessary.
• Perform clinical intake according to policy and procedures, including screenings, history taking, vital signs, and medication reconciliation.
• Absorb minor procedures associated with specialty and ensure accurate documentation at the time of service or results.
• Educate patients regarding tests, medications, and diet, providing clear and accurate instructions.
• Monitor and manage inventory, ensuring adequate supplies and functioning medical equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of health care field and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of chronic disease management.
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize internal and external resources.
• Expertise in patient advocacy and navigating complex systems.
• Ability to function and assist others in stressful, fast-paced environments and effectively apply stress management techniques.
• Ability to resolve issues and work independently within the scope of their certification.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement, diplomacy, and a professional demeanor.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate by reading, writing, and typing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively to carry out job requirements.
• Experience with computers.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equiv.
• 1+ year of related work experience preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of health care field and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of chronic disease management.
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize internal and external resources.
• Expertise in patient advocacy and navigating complex systems.
• Ability to function and assist others in stressful, fast-paced environments and effectively apply stress management techniques.
• Ability to resolve issues and work independently within the scope of their certification.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement, diplomacy, and a professional demeanor.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate by reading, writing, and typing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively to carry out job requirements.

Benefits

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off from Day One, 403-B Retirement Plan, 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave, Whole Person Well-being Resources, Mental Health Resources and Support, Pet Benefits.

  Schedule

  Full time, Monday-Friday 8a-4:30p or 8:30a-5p. May travel to clinics in Bolingbrook, Carol Stream, Woodridge.

  Pay

  This facility pays $17.47 - $29.62 per hour.

  Physical Requirements

  View physical requirements here.

  Equal Opportunity Employer

  We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations, and ordinances.