Medical Assistant - Infusion-26934

About the role

The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting Physicians, Mid-Level Practitioners, and Registered Nurses with the evaluation, management, and treatment of patients in an ambulatory care setting. The Medical Assistant assumes responsibility for maintaining patient flow, the upkeep of exam and treatment rooms, and performing basic skills such as vital signs and point of care testing. In addition, the Certified Medical Assistant will administer intramuscular injections, immunizations, small volume nebulizer treatment, over-the-counter medications under the direction of a Physician.

Responsibilities

• Captures and documents patient information during intake.
• Prepares patients for examination and treatment.
• Assists with procedures and supports the physician.
• Maintains organized patient flow and prepares patient charts.
• Performs basic lab and testing procedures.
• Administers immunizations and RUMG approved intramuscular or subcutaneous medications.
• Performs nebulizer treatments.
• Documents patient care information in the outpatient medical record.
• Calls patients regarding test results and medical instructions.
• Schedules patient tests, procedures, and follow-up appointments.
• Maintains exam and treatment rooms, and cleans and sterilizes equipment.
• Maintains inventory of medical and linen supplies.
• Maintains quality control for equipment.
• Provides cross coverage to other clinical areas as assigned.
• Participates in quality improvement projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Clinical Medical Assistant Certification by AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NAHP, AAH, or NHA required (includes principles and techniques of injections and medication administration).
• Graduates of a Rush Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program are required to obtain Clinical Medical Assistant Certification by AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NAHP, AAH, or NHA required within six months of hire.
• Current CPR certification required upon start date.
• Computer skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Qualifications

• One year clinical experience preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Epic Ambulatory experience preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to perform basic laboratory and testing procedures.
• Proficiency in administering medications and injections.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits, including a sign-on bonus of $3,000. Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Pay

$22.72 - $29.73 per hour.

Schedule

Shift 1, 10 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 6:30:00 PM).