Medical Assistant

Christian Community Health Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Health

Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental and Vis­

Life Insurance

Job summary

CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER in Chicago, IL seeks a Medical Assistant to support the Primary Care Provider. You will greet and screen patients, record vitals, take histories, and assist with exams and procedures in a busy clinic.

Responsibilities include clerical tasks, patient education, lab tests, immunizations and maintaining clean exam rooms; travel to multiple locations may be required.

Full-time position with benefits; CPR/BLS required and MA certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED from an accredited school/program.
• Completed Medical Assistant program; certification/registration preferred.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Professional, friendly demeanor and ability to follow tasks.

Responsibilities

• Greet, screen and prepare patients for the PCP.
• Measure and record vital signs for patients of all ages.
• Take medical histories and prepare patients for tests.
• Prepare exam rooms for procedures and testing.
• Assist physicians during examinations and procedures.
• Perform EKGs and waived laboratory tests.
• Administer medications and immunizations as directed by providers.
• Keep examination rooms clean, stocked and OSHA compliant.
• Answer phones and document messages; handle correspondence.
• Travel to all CCHC locations as needed.

Skills

Professional demeanor

Multitasking

People skills

CPR/BLS

High school diploma or equivalent

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant Program; Certified or Registered Medical Assistant preferred

Job description

CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER is a community-based not-for-profit organization founded in 1991 to address the lack of health care. The agency was formed with a MISSION to provide high quality primary healthcare and related services to the community regardless of ability to pay. While primary medical care is our anchor program, CCHC has become equally renowned for our presence as a multi-pronged social service agency.

SUMMARY

Under the leadership of the Health Care Coordinator, this position provides medical and clerical assistance to the Primary Care Provider (PCP). The Medical assistant performs many job duties to keep the Clinic running smoothly. The primary function is to greet, screen and prepare patients for the providers to attend to their nature of illness using professionalism and excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Providing Medical and Clerical Assistance to Providers as Needed in the Office and Mobile Health Van
• Measuring and Recording Vital Signs for Patients of All Ages which includes Blood Pressure, Pulse, Respiration Rate, Temperature, Pain Assessments, Height, Weight and Head Circumference as Needed.
• Taking Medical Histories
• Preparing Patients for Medical Tests and Examinations
• Preparing Exam Rooms for Patient Examinations and Specialized Testing or Procedures i.e. Gynecological Testing, Wound Care, Colposcopy etc.
• Assisting Physicians During Examinations and Procedures.
• Performing Electrocardiogram (EKG) as Ordered by PCP
• Performing Routine WAIVED Laboratory Tests and Sample Analyses, i.e., Urine Dipstick, Accu-Check, HCG, etc.
• Providing Wound Care: Cleaning Wound and Changing Dressing
• Explaining Medical Procedures, Treatment Procedures, Medications, Diets and Providers Instructions
• Providing Patient with Patient Education and Materials
• Cleaning and Sterilizing Medical Instruments
• Administering Topical, Oral, Intramuscular Medications and Immunizations as Directed by Providers
• Keeping Examination Rooms Clean, Sanitized and Stocked.
• Answering Phone Calls, Identifying Self and Clinic/Practice
• Receiving and Documenting Telephone Messages and Gives to the Appropriate Person.
• Handling Correspondence
• Checking and Recording Refrigerator & Freezer Temperatures Twice Daily
• Weekly Inventory of Medical, Office Supplies and Equipment
• Tracking and Recording Patient Labs, Diagnostic Tests and Referrals,
• Providing Optimal Quality, Customer Service and Providing Feedback to Management Regarding the Level of Customer Satisfaction
• Following All OSHA Regulations
• Adhering to All Policies and Procedures Set by Management
• Availability to travel to all CCHC healthcare locations
• Other Duties as Assigned

Minimal Qualifications/Experience/Skills:

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) from an accredited school/program
• Graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant Program; Certified or Registered Medical Assistant preferred
• Current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Must be professional, have a friendly demeanor, and be able to carry out assigned tasks
• Must have multi-tasking abilities
• Must possess people skills; ability to handle different personalities and personal situations in the care of patients

Employee Benefits offered to Fulltime Staff

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance (Provided by the company)

Note: payrate will be based on qualifications