Medical Assistant - South Loop-28387

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 patient for examination and treatment.
• Supports providers with procedures and reviews appointment schedules.
• Performs basic lab and testing procedures.
• Administers immunizations and RUMG approved intramuscular or subcutaneous medications.
• Performs nebulizer treatments.
• Calls patients regarding test results and medical instructions.
• Maintains exam and treatment rooms, and stock medical and linen supplies.
• Maintains quality control for equipment.
• 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

• Population specific techniques.
• Documentation of patient care information.
• Equipment maintenance and quality control.
• Quality improvement project participation.

Benefits

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits. Learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay

The pay range for this position is $22.72 - $31.80 per hour.

Schedule

Shift 1: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM)