Medical Assistant-Neurosurgery Full Time Days

Northwestern Memorial Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Chicago seeks a Medical Assistant for the Neurosurgery department. The role involves supporting physicians and nurses, ensuring efficient patient flow, and performing administrative tasks. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, strong computer skills, and be eligible for certification exams. Join a team dedicated to patient care and satisfaction.

Benefits

Resources for physical, emotional, and financial well-being

Qualifications

• Proof of eligibility for certification exams required.
• BLS/CPR certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth patient flow and assist with patient care activities.
• Perform delegated procedures specific to the specialty area.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Medical Assistant-Neurosurgery Full Time Days

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Job Description

The Medical Assistant supports Northwestern Medicine's mission, vision, and values, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards.

The Medical Assistant is part of the healthcare team, primarily responsible for supporting physicians, nurses, and other licensed staff by facilitating patient flow, assisting with patient care activities, and performing administrative tasks. Responsibilities include ensuring efficient patient flow, maintaining a clean and safe environment, promoting patient satisfaction, and safeguarding confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth patient flow: escort patients, identify with two identifiers, prepare for exams, obtain vital signs, document visit reasons, update patient information, and prepare exam rooms.
• Assist practitioners with procedures like ECG, venipuncture, immunizations, specimen collection, and waived lab testing.
• Provide quality care: stock exam rooms, disinfect equipment, monitor inventory, maintain equipment, and adhere to safety protocols.
• Promote patient satisfaction through professional interactions, assisting team members, attending meetings, and effective communication.
• Perform delegated procedures specific to the specialty area and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Proof of eligibility for certification exams (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA, NRCMA).
• For new grads within 6 months: a letter from school or certifying body; for others: a certifying body letter.
• Within 6 months of employment, complete one of the following certifications: CMA, RMA, NCMA, CCMA, or NRCMA.

All Candidates/Incumbents:

• High school diploma or GED.
• American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification.
• Signed acknowledgment of certification requirement within 6 months.
• Strong computer skills.

Preferred:

• Completion of accredited MA training program.
• 1-2 years ambulatory care experience.
• Experience with electronic medical records.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. Benefits include resources for physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Visit our Benefits section for more info.