Medical Assistant Resource Team

About the role

The Medical Assistant (MA) provides a full range of Medical Assistant duties and support as part of the patient medical care team. Primary duties include patient rooming, collecting patient vital signs, point of care testing, documentation in the electronic medical record (EHR), maintaining patient flow, stocking exam rooms, assisting with procedures and treatments, communicating with efficiency, and verifying that lab, x-ray or procedure reports are available for the provider.

Responsibilities

• Patient rooming
• Collecting patient vital signs
• Point of care testing
• Documentation in the electronic medical record (EHR)
• Maintaining patient flow
• Stocking exam rooms
• Aiding with procedures and treatments
• Communicating with efficiency
• Verifying availability of lab, x-ray or procedure reports for the provider
• Accurately performing required computer functions including but not limited to medication reconciliation, coding of medical and laboratory procedures, order entry, and scheduling of appointments
• Aiding in patient education and communication to individuals including pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED, AND Medical Assisting diploma/certificate from a nationally recognized accredited institute or program, or Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program with valid applicable state license (LPN), or Successful completion of a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces, or In lieu of a Medical Assisting diploma/certificate, 1-2 years of verifiable Medical Assisting work experience is required along with a current certification as listed below.
• Certification/Licensure: Medical Assistant (MA) certification received from a nationally recognized and accredited certifying body, upon hire, or by the completion of a probationary period defined below, is required to work in all Advocate locations. The certification must be maintained for the duration of employment. Currently, these Approved Certifying Bodies Include The American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), awarding Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). The American Medical Technologists (AMT), awarding the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA). The National Center for Competency Testing, awarding the National Certified MA (NCMA). The National Health Career Association, awarding the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA).

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED, AND Medical Assisting diploma/certificate from a nationally recognized accredited institute or program, or Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program with valid applicable state license (LPN), or Successful completion of a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces, or In lieu of a Medical Assisting diploma/certificate, 1-2 years of verifiable Medical Assisting work experience is required along with a current certification as listed below.
• Certification/Licensure: Medical Assistant (MA) certification received from a nationally recognized and accredited certifying body, upon hire, or by the completion of a probationary period defined below, is required to work in all Advocate locations. The certification must be maintained for the duration of employment. Currently, these Approved Certifying Bodies Include The American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), awarding Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). The American Medical Technologists (AMT), awarding the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA). The National Center for Competency Testing, awarding the National Certified MA (NCMA). The National Health Career Association, awarding the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA).

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Computer proficiency, particularly in EHR systems
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Medical Assistant Floater

Pay

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training. Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job. Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

Schedule

Flexible schedule is required. Travel within a five county radius is also required.