Lead Certified Medical Assistant (East)

Healthyuclinics; Hyde Park Township (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is looking for a Lead Certified Medical Assistant to enhance clinic operations. This role is vital in maintaining accurate patient records, supporting front-office functions, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. You will assist healthcare providers during examinations, provide exceptional customer service, and manage inventory levels. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact patient care and operational efficiency. If you're passionate about healthcare and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with Medical Assistant certification required.
• Strong computer skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient records and support front-office functions.
• Assist healthcare providers during examinations and procedures.
• Monitor medical supply inventory and ensure compliance with protocols.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Computer Proficiency

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certification

BLS Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR Systems

Job description

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HealthyU Clinics is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant – Lead to join our team and provide essential support to healthcare providers. In addition to clinical and administrative duties, this role includes lead responsibilities related to inventory management, compliance, training, and additional administrative tasks to support efficient clinic operations. This is not a supervisory role and does not include direct management of staff.

Key Responsibilities

1. Maintain accurate patient records and update EHR systems
2. Support front-office functions, including patient scheduling, registration, insurance verification, and referrals as necessary.
3. Assist healthcare providers during patient examinations and minor procedures
4. Prepare and sanitize examination rooms, ensuring compliance with safety protocols
5. Collect and document patient history and vital signs accurately
6. Provide exceptional customer service to patients and visitors
7. Provide patient education and post-visit instructions
8. Maintain and restock office and medical supplies as necessary
9. Monitor and maintain medical and office supply inventory levels
10. Order and track supplies to ensure adequate stock is available at all times
11. Coordinate with vendors and purchasing teams as needed
12. Ensure clinic areas remain in compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and HealthyU policies
13. Assist with audits, documentation, and adherence to regulatory requirements
14. Identify and report any compliance concerns to clinic leadership
15. Assist in training new Medical Assistants on clinic protocols, procedures, and EHR systems
16. Serve as a point of reference for clinical workflow questions
17. Support ongoing education and best practices for existing staff
18. Assist with coordination of daily clinic operations, ensuring efficiency in workflow
19. Act as a liaison between clinical staff and administrative teams to facilitate smooth communication
20. Participate in clinic improvement initiatives as assigned by leadership

Requirements

1. High school Diploma or GED
2. Medical Assistant certification
3. BLS certified
4. Strong computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, EHR systems)
5. Excellent communication and organizational skills
6. Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
7. Prolonged standing, bending, and occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs)
8. Reliable transportation is required for all positions, as occasional travel to other clinic locations may be necessary.