Medical Assistant - Bloomington Cardio

Carle; Bloomington, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Medical Assistant in Bloomington, IL to support physicians and nurses with patient care. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, completing intake processes, maintaining a clean environment, and assisting with EKGs and documentation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, infection control, and training of other staff and healthcare students, with a focus on patient privacy and safety across the department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA) is required per certification section.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine direct patient care duties to assist medical and nursing staff.
• Maintain patient care environment and supplies to ensure privacy and safety.
• Document care accurately and manage intake measurements and vital signs.
• Perform EKGs and support nursing staff and students as needed.

Skills

Vital signs

Infection control

EKG

Documentation

Patient care

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Overview

The Medical Assistant maintains department patient care supplies, ensures timely flow of patients, and assists physicians and nurses to provide optimal care to patients and families.

Qualifications

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA), Education: H.S. Diploma/GED (Required), Work Experience:

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of routine direct patient care duties to assist medical and nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients.Maintains patient care environment and supplies to ensure patient privacy and safety.Participates as a team member of division/department.Identifies, evaluates and resolves potential safety problems within the designated area.Has knowledge of infection control, i.e. adequate hand washing.Acts as preceptor and supports the development of other staff and healthcare students.Ensures documentation of care is complete and accurate.Intake process: Height, Weight, BP, Resp. Rate, Pulse, Pain, Medication Review Order Supplies Maintain flow of patient / provider schedule Provide support to nursing staff. Maintain par level of supplies in exam rooms. Maintain Expiration Log of supplies and medications. Perform EKG's Participates as a team member of division/department. Accurately measures, records, and reports intake and output Monitors and records vital signs Maintain a clean and safe work place Maintain good working relationships with fellow workers, nursing and medical staff, and the general public

About Us

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Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health.

Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: [e-mail].

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $17.12per hour - $27.73per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.