Infusion Therapy Medical Assistant - Day Shift, Onsite

UChicago Medicine; Illinois; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UChicago Medicine in the Chicago area seeks a Medical Assistant for the Infusion Therapy unit at the Hyde Park campus. This 100% onsite role supports safe, patient-centered care in an ambulatory oncology setting, partnering with RNs, APPs, physicians and the care team.

The MA will perform direct patient care duties, vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen labeling, and patient education per policies; strong organization and teamwork are essential in this 40-hour weekly schedule.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Phlebotomy experience is required.
• Experience in a community health setting is preferred.
• Completion of a certified/registered MA program recognized by AHA or ARC is required.
• Graduate of CMA credential program is required.

Responsibilities

• Know and practice University of Chicago Medical Center’s Pride Values and Patient Centered Care principles.
• Perform direct patient care duties as directed by RN or physician within Nursing policies.
• Implement and document patient and family education as delegated by RN or physician.
• Obtain and record vital signs.
• Perform tests such as pregnancy tests, urinalysis, and hemoccult as appropriate.
• Document all aspects of patient care per hospital policies.
• Perform phlebotomy services.
• Assist with collection and labeling of specimens per standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Team collaboration

Patient care coordination

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential

Job description

UChicago Medicine in the Chicago area seeks a Medical Assistant for the Infusion Therapy unit at the Hyde Park campus. This 100% onsite role supports safe, patient-centered care in an ambulatory oncology setting, partnering with RNs, APPs, physicians and the care team.

The MA will perform direct patient care duties, vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen labeling, and patient education per policies; strong organization and teamwork are essential in this 40-hour weekly schedule.