Ambulatory Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Procedures

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Glenview, IL, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nurses in ambulatory care. The role involves patient flow, exam room upkeep, vital signs, injections, immunizations, and basic treatments under physician supervision.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, assisting with procedures, managing charts, performing basic lab tests and phlebotomy, and ensuring accurate documentation in Epic Ambulatory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Clinical Medical Assistant Certification required (AAMA/AMT/NCCT/NAHP/AAH/NHA).
• Rush Medical Assistant Apprenticeship graduates must obtain Certification within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and maintains organized patient flow.
• Performs patient intake: vital signs, height/weight, reason for visit, interim history, allergies, medication lists, and other interventions as required.
• Prepares patient for exam and supports patient and assists provider with procedures.
• Reviews appointment schedules and ensures all patient charts are available for the visit.
• Performs basic lab and testing procedures per standards; phlebotomy and EKGs.
• Administers immunizations as ordered and medications per physician/ protocol.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (AAMA/AMT/NCCT/NAHP/AAH/NHA)

Rush Medical Assistant Apprenticeship graduates must obtain certification within six months

Tools

Epic Ambulatory experience

Job description

Rush University Medical Center in Glenview, IL, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nurses in ambulatory care. The role involves patient flow, exam room upkeep, vital signs, injections, immunizations, and basic treatments under physician supervision.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, assisting with procedures, managing charts, performing basic lab tests and phlebotomy, and ensuring accurate documentation in Epic Ambulatory.