Medical Assistant - Medical Oncology - Full Time - Days

University of Chicago Medicine; Illinois; Sur place; USD 42 000 - 56 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University of Chicago Medicine in Chicago's Hyde Park campus is seeking a Medical Assistant to support the Medical Oncology clinic. This 100% onsite role partners with RNs, APPs, and physicians to keep patient flow smooth and care patient-centered.

The MA will perform phlebotomy, record vital signs, assist with education, and document care per policy; requires strong organization and ability to work in a fast-paced ambulatory setting. Weekday schedule, no on-call.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR certification.
• Phlebotomy experience required.
• Experience in a community health setting.
• Graduate of a CMA program recognized by AHA/Red Cross.
• CMA credential obtained.

Responsabilités

• Know and practice Pride Values and Patient Centered Care Principles.
• Perform direct patient care as assigned by RN/physician within Nursing policies.
• Implement and document patient and family education as delegated.
• Obtain and record vital signs.
• Perform tests such as pregnancy tests, urinalysis, and others relevant to patient population.
• Document all patient care per hospital policies.
• Perform phlebotomy services.
• Assist with specimen collection and logging per standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Phlebotomy

CPR

Patient care

Formation

CMA credential

Graduate CMA program

CPR training certificate

Outils

EPIC

Excel

Microsoft Word

OASIS

Description du poste

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine as a Medical Assistant in our Medical Oncology clinic at the Hyde Park campus. The Medical Assistant (MA) supports safe, efficient, and patient-centered care delivery in a fast-paced ambulatory oncology setting, working closely with RNs, APPs, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity . You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.

The Medical Assistant (MA) will function as a key member of the care team, supporting efficient clinic operations and patient throughput. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.

Essential Job Functions

• Know and practice the University of Chicago Medical Center's Pride Values and Patient Centered Care Definition and Principles.
• Perform any or all duties involving direct patient care as assigned by the registered nurse or physician and within the scope of the Nursing policies and procedures.
• Appropriately implement and document patient and family education as delegated by the RN or physician.
• Obtain and record vital signs.
• Perform tests, i.e., pregnancy tests, urinalysis, and hemocult, etc., specific to the patient population.
• Document all aspects of patient care according to hospital policies and procedures.
• Perform phlebotomy services.
• Assist with the collection of specimens. Perform labeling and logging of specimens in compliance with hospital standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• A completed High School diploma or equivalent from an accredited body
• A current certificate of cardiopulmonary resuscitation training
• Must have phlebotomy experience
• Experience working in a community health setting
• Completion of a certified/registered program for medical assistants that is recognized by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Graduate of a certified program for Medical Assistants (CMA Credential)

Preferred Qualifications

• Considerable skill in communicating verbally, in determining priorities, and in organizing work; ability to maintain an organized, alphabetized filing system
• General working knowledge of a PC. Excel, Microsoft Word for Windows, OASIS, and EPIC
• Computerized appointment scheduling experience
• Ability to handle stress in a fast-paced environment
• Considerable skill in handling sensitive public contacts with discretion, tact, and courtesy when dealing with patients, coworkers, and physicians
• Physical ability to perform stocking, lifting, and transporting supplies and instruments
• Experience in oncology, ambulatory care, or acute care setting preferred
• Phlebotomy experience strongly preferred
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team-based environment
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities

Position Details

• Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE)
• Shift: Days - M-F
• Unit/Department: Medical Oncology
• CBA Code: Non-Union

In this role, we anticipate that you will generally work approximately 40 hours per week. We anticipate that you will generally be scheduled to work the Day shift, from approximately 9AM-5:30PM, and will not be scheduled for on-call shifts. We anticipate you will be scheduled to work 100% at the Hyde Park campus.