Medical Assistant - Primary Care Lakeview Full time Days $2000 sign on bonus

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Chicago seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care and administrative functions. The role involves ensuring efficient patient flow, assisting with medical procedures, and promoting patient satisfaction. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and strong computer skills. Join a team dedicated to improving healthcare and enjoy comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Qualifications

• Proof of eligibility for certification exams required.
• Complete certification within first 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate patient flow and assist with patient care activities.
• Perform medical procedures like ECG, venipuncture, and immunizations.
• Promote patient satisfaction through professional interaction.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Medical Assistant - Primary Care Lakeview Full time Days $2000 sign on bonus

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Company Description
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

Location: 1333 W. Belmont, Chicago (Lakeview)

The Medical Assistant supports physicians, nurses, and licensed medical staff by facilitating patient flow, assisting with patient care activities, and performing administrative functions. Responsibilities include ensuring efficient patient flow, maintaining a clean and safe environment, promoting patient satisfaction, and safeguarding confidentiality.

Responsibilities:

1. Assure efficient patient flow:
   • Escort patients, identify with two identifiers, prepare for examination.
   • Obtain vital signs, document visit reason, allergies, smoking history, pharmacy info.
   • Inform providers of significant changes or symptoms.
   • Set up equipment, clean, and prepare exam rooms.
   • Respond to needs to expedite visits and prioritize tasks.
2. Assist with medical procedures such as ECG, venipuncture, immunizations, specimen collection, and waived testing.
3. Provide high-quality care:
   • Stock exam rooms, disinfect equipment, maintain inventory.
   • Monitor and maintain equipment, dispose of expired items.
   • Follow opening and closing procedures.
4. Promote patient satisfaction:
   • Interact professionally and friendly with patients.
   • Participate in staff meetings and communicate effectively.
5. Perform delegated procedures as per specialty.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.

Note: NM employees are not eligible for sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

Required:

• Proof of eligibility for certification exams (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA, NRCMA).
• For new graduates within 6 months: a letter from school or certifying body.
• For non-certified or graduates past 6 months: a letter from certifying body.
• Within first 6 months, complete one of the following certifications: CMA, RMA, NCMA, CCMA, NRCMA.
• 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 affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Visit our Benefits section to learn more.