Cardiology Medical Assistant – Ambulatory Care

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nurses in ambulatory care. The role involves patient intake, vital signs, exam room preparation and assisting with procedures.

You will administer immunizations, perform phlebotomy and EKGs, and document in Epic. The position requires CPR, MA certification, and strong patient service skills. Shift is 8 hours, with a 9:00 AM–5:30 PM schedule, full-time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Clinical Medical Assistant Certification by a recognized body required upon hire.
• Graduates of a Rush Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program must obtain Clinical Medical Assistant Certification within six months of hire.
• Current CPR certification required upon start date.
• Computer skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and maintains organized patient flow.
• Performs patient intake: vital signs, height and weight, reason for visit, interim history, allergies, medication lists, and other interventions as required.
• Prepares patient for exam based on reason for visit.
• Prepares and supports patient and assists provider with procedures.
• Reviews appointment schedules and ensures all patient charts are available for the visit.
• Reviews patient charts and ensures all ancillary reports and required paperwork are available to the provider at the time of visit.
• Performs basic lab and testing procedures according to standards.
• Performs phlebotomy and EKGs.
• Administers immunizations as ordered by Physician.
• Documents administration of medications in Epic per policy.
• Maintains inventory of medical and linen supplies.
• Cleans, prepares and stocks exam rooms and workstations.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Clinical Medical Assistant Certification

CPR certification

Tools

Epic Ambulatory

Job description

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nurses in ambulatory care. The role involves patient intake, vital signs, exam room preparation and assisting with procedures.

You will administer immunizations, perform phlebotomy and EKGs, and document in Epic. The position requires CPR, MA certification, and strong patient service skills. Shift is 8 hours, with a 9:00 AM–5:30 PM schedule, full-time.