Medical Assistant, Pre-Surgical Testing, Full-Time, Days

UChicago Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a world-class academic healthcare system as a Medical Assistant in the Pre-Surgical Testing clinic. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality patient care and collaborate with a dedicated clinical team. You will perform essential duties such as obtaining vital signs, conducting tests, and assisting with patient education. This position is perfect for individuals passionate about healthcare and looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment. Enjoy a competitive salary with a sign-on bonus and the chance to work in a dynamic, patient-centered setting.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Graduate of a certified Medical Assistant program with CMA credential.
• Must have phlebotomy experience and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision of healthcare professionals.
• Obtain and document vital signs and perform diagnostic tests.
• Assist in specimen collection and documentation.

Skills

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

Vital Signs Monitoring

Patient Education

Community Health Experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant Program

CPR Certification

Job description

Job Description

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine as a Medical Assistant with our Pre-Surgical Testing clinic. In this role you will partner with the rest of the clinical team to provide patients the highest quality of care.

Up to $1,500 Sign On Bonus Available!

In this role, a Medical Assistant is an employee who performs a wide variety of patient care services under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice nurse (APN) or physician. Such services can involve therapeutic and/or diagnostic procedures.

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 hemocults, specific to the patient population.
• Document all aspects of patient care according to hospital policies and procedures.
• Perform phlebotomy services.
• Assist with collection of specimens. Perform labeling and logging of specimens in compliance with hospital standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of a certified program for Medical Assistants (CMA credential)
• 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

Position Details:

• Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE)
• Shift: Days
• Work Location: Onsite
• Unit/Department: Pre-Surgical Testing
• 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 first shift, from approximately 8:30am-5:00pm and will not be scheduled for on-call shifts. We anticipate you will be scheduled to work 100% at the Hyde Park campus. The days of the week that you are scheduled to work will be Monday through Friday but we anticipate that you will not be scheduled to work on weekends.

UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.