Medical Assistant

PrimeCareHealth Community Health Centers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community health center is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team in Chicago. Responsibilities include performing patient assessments, assisting with procedures, and maintaining electronic health records. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and complete a Medical Assistant training program. This position offers competitive hourly wages, a sign-on bonus, and substantial paid time off.

Benefits

39 Paid Days Off Each Year

Bilingual in English/Polish or English/Spanish preferred

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited Medical Assistant training program.
• Experience in a medical or clinical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient assessments (height, weight, blood pressure).
• Document all services rendered in the electronic health record.
• Administer and document immunizations.

Skills

Patient care skills

Observation and assessment skills

Physical stamina

Ability to work well with diverse populations

Education

High School diploma or its equivalent

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program

Job description

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PrimeCareHealth Community Health Centers provided pay range

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Base pay range

$17.34/hr - $22.50/hr

39 Paid Days Off Each Year

Bilingual in English/Polish or English/Spanish STRONGLY PREFERRED

Position Summary

As a member of the Care Team, the Medical Assistant position is responsible for a variety of clinical tasks, both during and outside of provider visits. All staff are required to document their work in the electronic health record, treat patients in a timely and professional manner, and keep their work areas properly stocked, cleaned, and in compliance with applicable regulations.

Sign - on Bonus - $1000 sign - on bonus

39 Paid Days Off Each Year

Language Requirements: Bilingual in English/Polish or English/Spanish STRONGLY PREFERRED

Position Summary

As a member of the Care Team, the Medical Assistant position is responsible for a variety of clinical tasks, both during and outside of provider visits. All staff are required to document their work in the electronic health record, treat patients in a timely and professional manner, and keep their work areas properly stocked, cleaned, and in compliance with applicable regulations.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Accurately perform basic patient assessment activities (height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, etc.) based on existing protocols or provider requests
• Administer patient screenings and assessments, as required, according to demographics and needs of each patient
• Assists with procedures and other services
• Collect and test specimens, as required (urine, sputum, pregnancy test, etc.)
• Administer and document immunizations and injections according to PrimeCare guidelines/procedures
• Room patients for their exams and maintain responsibility for the patient care process until the end of each visit
• Thoroughly, accurately, and promptly document all service rendered in the electronic health record for every patient
• Be knowledgeable of, and in compliance with, CLIA, OSHA and HIPAA regulations for safety, infection control, equipment operation, confidentiality, and other applicable areas (e.g. patient identification and standard precautions)
• Confirm maintainenance of refrigeration temperature according to VFC standards and documents in temperature log
• Treat all patients in a kind and courteous manner
• Regularly check mail, e-mail, and voicemail and respond promptly and professionally to all inquiries
• Attend to shared responsibilities in each work area, including answering phones, cleaning, stocking, and organizing common work areas, and assisting with orientation and training of other employees as needed.
• Perform other tasks required in support of the medical providers and nursing staff, but which are not detailed within this job description
• All clinical staff must be available, at a minimum, to work one (1) evening per week (until 8:00 pm) and one (1) Saturday every four (4) weeks
  
  

Required Skills Or Abilities

• Basic patient care skills required, with observation and assessment skills preferred
• Good physical stamina and an ability to be on your feet most of the day
• Ability to work well with a variety of ages, cultures, and temperaments represented among PrimeCare staff and patients, treating other with kindness and professionalism in all they do
• Commitment to demonstrating personal integrity through punctuality, honesty, an ability to follow instructions, proper attention to detail in all work matters, and a willingness to learn from others
  
  

Required Knowledge, Experience, Or Licensure/Registration

• High School diploma or its equivalent
• Satisfactory completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program required
• Experience in a medical practice, laboratory, hospital or other clinical setting helpful
• Registered or Certified Medical Assistant recognition encouraged
• Current provider-level BLS CPR certification required prior to hire
  
  

Benefits

• 27 days of PTO each year, accrued each pay period
• 3 personal days
• 1 floating holiday
• 8 paid holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage available the 1st of the month following 30 days
• Company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Discretionary 403(b) match and profit sharing after meeting service requirements
• Flexible spending accounts
• Accident & critical illness coverage
• Pet insurance
  
  

Salary

All wages are based on relevant years of experience and time since completing a Medical Assisting program. The minimum rate is the wage that a newly graduated Medical Assistant will earn.

COVID vaccinations are a requirement for PrimeCare Community Health. Proof of full vaccination is required prior to the start date of employment.

PrimeCare Health is firmly committed to creating a diverse workplace and is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants . T herefore, PrimeCare does not discriminate on the basis of creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, marital or parental status, alienage, disability, political affiliation or belief, military or military discharge status.

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