Job Description

Overview

Job Title: Medical Assistant

Location: Chicago Lawn, Chicago, IL

Compensation: Starting at $17.75 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm, extended hours rotation of Noon - 8:00pm once per week, with a Saturday rotation 8:00am - 1:00pm

Education/Certification: Medical Assistant Diploma and/or Certification required

Responsibilities

• Set up equipment, instruments, and forms according to department protocol.
• Maintain infection control standards by cleaning and sterilizing according to scheduled maintenance program.
• Keep appropriate records, order, sort, store supplies, and restock exam/procedure rooms.
• Maintain monthly par-levels of all supplies and medications (e.g., workstations, exam and storage rooms).
• Check schedules, continually assessing and organizing patient flow.
• Report to appropriate personnel any delays in a patient's visit from entry to exit.

Qualifications

• Completed training from an accredited Medical Assistant Program with a certificate or diploma in Medical Assisting or Phlebotomy.
• CPR certification required.
• New grads welcomed.
• Prior experience working in a medical office or clinic is preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and basic medical procedures.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting.
• Ability to maintain professional relationships with patients and care team members.
• Comfort working in a medical setting as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to engage patients in a therapeutic relationship when appropriate.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with a diverse patient population preferred.
• Ability to handle confrontation and conflict appropriately.
• Ability to work independently and seek consultation as necessary.
• Ability to follow organizational processes and procedures.
• Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• BCBS Medical PPO/HMO Plans | BCBS Dental | VSP Vision
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $1,500 per year
• 11 Paid Holidays and 18 Days of Paid Time Off
• 8 sick days

Employment details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Seniority level: Entry level
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
• Job function: Health Care Provider

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