Medical Assistant Dermatology Casual

About the role

The Medical Assistant is a casual position at Northwestern Medicine, located in Naperville. The role is part-time, working Thursdays and Fridays, with a shift starting at 9 am and ending at 4:30 pm on Thursdays and 6:30 am and 4 pm on Fridays.

Part-time

Schedule: Part-time, working Thursdays and Fridays.

Salary Range

Compensation: USD 19.74 - USD 25.67 - hourly

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees.

Job Description

The Medical Assistant works a consistent schedule of 2 days per week, Thursdays and Fridays, in Naperville.

Responsibilities

• Accurately escorts patients to exam rooms and identifies them using two identifiers.
• Prepares patients for examinations by obtaining accurate vital signs and documenting necessary information.
• Notifies providers and nurses of any significant changes in vital signs or acute symptoms.
• Anticipates and sets up equipment or supplies needed for each visit.
• Cleans and prepares exam rooms for the next patient.
• Responds to patient needs to expedite visits and prioritize tasks.
• Assists practitioners with medical and surgical procedures as per established protocols.
• Performs administrative tasks such as preparing and stocking exam rooms, maintaining equipment, and ordering supplies.
• Communicates professionally and effectively with patients and the patient care team.
• Performs delegated procedures in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current certification in one of the following or written proof of eligibility to write one of the five eligible certification exams (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA, NRCMA).
• Within the first six months of employment, complete one of the following certifications after up to two test attempts:
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) through the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
• Accepted documentation: American Heart Association accredited Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification.
• Zero to two years of experience in a relevant role.
• Strong computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.