Medical Assistant-Occupational Health Full Time Days $2,000 Sign On Bonus

Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital - Lake Forest, IL

Job Title: Medical Assistant-Occupational Health Full Time Days $2,000 Sign On Bonus

Position: Full Time position at the Occupational Health clinic

Job Type: Full Time

Pay: $18.75 - $26.25 Hourly Rate

Shift: Monday through Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm

Work Type: On-Site

Location

Address:

City: Lake Forest

State: IL

ZIP Code:

Job 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 maintain flow of patients and prioritize tasks accordingly.
Assists practitioner with medical and surgical procedures in accordance with established protocols.
Prepares and stocks all exam rooms in treatment area by following established protocols for disinfecting and sterilizing equipment and instruments.
Participates in environmental safety rounds.
Maintains vaccine/medication inventory.
Monitors and maintains equipment and instruments according to clinic guidelines.
Assists in ordering supplies and correctly disposes of all expired items.
Adheres 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.
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.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Written proof of meeting eligibility requirements for certification exam
Strong computer skills

Preferred Skills

Completion of accredited Medical Assistant training program
1-2 years of ambulatory care experience
Experience with electronic medical record

Requirements

Experience: 1-2 years of ambulatory care experience preferred.

Education: High school diploma or GED.

License & Certification:

American Heart Association accredited Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification
Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, NCMA, CCMA, NRCMA) within six months of employment

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