Medical Assistant-Multi Specialty Part Time Days

Placement within the salary range is dependent on relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement is guided by the collective bargaining agreement.

Pay

$18.98 - $25.62 hourly

Schedule

Part-time, 24 hours per week. Shifts are 8-hour days.

Benefits

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual employee salary increase and incentive bonus
• Paid time off and holiday pay

About the role

This position is located at the Grayslake clinic, a multi-specialty practice including Endocrinology, Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Pulmonary. The Medical Assistant reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulatory standards.

The Medical Assistant is a member of the health care team primarily responsible for providing support to physicians, nurses, and other licensed medical staff by facilitating efficient patient flow, assisting with various patient care activities, and performing related administrative functions. Responsibilities include ensuring efficient patient flow, maintaining clean and safe patient care areas, promoting patient satisfaction, and safeguarding patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assures efficient patient flow through the site:
  • Escorts patient to exam room, identifies patient with 2 identifiers, and prepares patient for examination.
  • Obtains accurate vital signs per organization standards.
  • Documents reason for visit and updates/confirms allergies, smoking history, and pharmacy information.
  • Promptly informs the provider and registered nurse of any significant change in vital signs or acute symptoms.
  • Anticipates/sets up equipment or supplies needed for visit.
  • Cleans and prepares exam room for next patient.
  • Responds to needs to expedite visits and prioritize tasks accordingly.
• Assists practitioner with medical and surgical procedures in accordance with established protocols, such as:
  • Electrocardiogram (ECG)
  • Venipuncture
  • Immunizations
  • Setting up procedure trays
  • Specimen collection and/or Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) waived testing as directed by Provider.
• Provides high-quality care by:
  • Preparing and stocking all exam rooms in treatment area by following established protocols for disinfecting and sterilizing equipment and instruments.
  • Participating in environmental safety rounds.
  • Maintaining vaccine/medication inventory.
  • Monitoring and maintaining equipment and instruments according to clinic guidelines.
  • Assisting in ordering supplies and correctly disposing of all expired items.
  • Adhering to office opening and closing procedures.
• Functions as an integral part of the patient care team and promotes patient satisfaction by interacting with patients in a professional, friendly manner:
  • Accepts and performs delegated responsibilities in a positive manner.
  • Offers assistance to others.
  • Attends and participates in staff meetings.
  • Communicates appropriately and effectively with patients and patient care team (in the office and on the phone).
• Performs delegated procedures common to the specialty area in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current certification in one of the following or written proof of meeting candidate eligibility requirements for one of these certification exams (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA, NRCMA):
  • New MA Graduates within six (6) months from date of graduation must submit a letter from the school or certifying body.
  • Non-Certified MAs or new graduates past six (6) months from graduation must submit a letter from the certifying body.

  Within the first six months of employment, will 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)

  Signed acknowledgement during onboarding that certification must be attained within six (6) months, as a condition of employment.

• American Heart Association accredited Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification.
• Zero (0) to two (2) years’ experience in a relevant role.
• Strong computer skills.

Preferred:

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