Certified Medical Assistant - Ambulatory Care (Oak Park)

Rush Oak Park Hospital; Oak Park (IL); Presencial; USD 31.000 - 44.000; Jornada completa

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Descripción de la vacante

Rush Oak Park Hospital is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to assist physicians, mid-level practitioners, and nurses in ambulatory care. You will help manage patient flow, perform intake, administer vaccines and medications, and support exams and procedures in a fast-paced clinic.

The role requires CMA certification, CPR, and Rush Apprenticeship graduates must obtain certification within six months.

Formación

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Clinical Medical Assistant Certification by AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NAHP, AAH, or NHA required upon hire.
• Rush Medical Assistant Apprenticeship graduates must obtain certification within six months of hire.
• Current CPR certification required at start date.
• Computer skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinates and maintains organized patient flow.
• Performs patient intake: vital signs, height/weight, reason for visit, interim history, allergies, medication lists, and 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 paperwork are available to the provider at time of visit.
• Performs basic lab and testing procedures according to standards.
• Performs phlebotomy and EKG.
• Administers immunizations as ordered by Physician.
• Administers ROPPG approved intramuscular or subcutaneous medications after competency is assessed, verified and documented.
• Performs nebulizer treatments after competency is assessed, verified and documented.
• Performs Tuberculin skin testing upon order of the Physician.
• Documents administration of medications in Epic per policy/protocol.
• Cleans, prepares and stocks exam/treatment/workstations.
• Calls patients regarding test results and medical instructions under Physician direction.
• Calls in medication refills under Physician or protocol direction.
• Documents patient care information in the outpatient medical record.
• Assists with scheduling tests, procedures, and follow-up appointments.
• Assists in care, cleaning, and sterilization of equipment and instruments.
• Maintains inventory of medical and linen supplies.
• Maintains quality control for equipment.
• Provides cross-coverage to other clinical areas as assigned.
• Participates in quality improvement projects.
• Maintains compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards and other regulatory bodies.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Excellent organizational skills

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification

Rush Medical Assistant Apprenticeship graduate with certification within six months

Current CPR certification

Herramientas

Epic Ambulatory experience

Descripción del empleo

Rush Oak Park Hospital is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to assist physicians, mid-level practitioners, and nurses in ambulatory care. You will help manage patient flow, perform intake, administer vaccines and medications, and support exams and procedures in a fast-paced clinic.

The role requires CMA certification, CPR, and Rush Apprenticeship graduates must obtain certification within six months.