Medical Assistant, Transplant Department, Full-Time, Day Shift

UChicago Medicine; Chicago (IL); Sur place; USD 43 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

UChicago Medicine in Chicago's Transplant Department is seeking a Medical Assistant for a 100% onsite role. You will work under the supervision of RN/APN/Physician, performing vaccines, EKGs, vital signs, and clerical tasks to support patient flow.

The position requires a High School diploma, CPR, phlebotomy experience, and CMA credential. Preferred experience in transplant care, strong communication, and ability to use EPIC and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR certification.
• Phlebotomy experience required.
• Graduate of CMA program (CMA credential).

Responsabilités

• Administer vaccines, perform EKGs, and record vital signs under supervision.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation per policies.
• Assist with phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Collaborate with RN/physician and healthcare team to support patient care.
• Demonstrate Pride Values and patient-centered care.

Connaissances

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

EKG

Vaccinations

Documentation

Formation

High School diploma or equivalent

CMA credential

CPR certification

Outils

EPIC

MS Office

Description du poste

Be a part of a world‑class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine as a Medical Assistant with our Transplant Department. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.

The Medical Assistant will work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), Advanced Practice Nurse (APN), or Physician, assisting with a range of clinical and administrative tasks such as administering vaccines, conducting EKGs, recording vital signs, maintaining accurate patient records, and collaborating with the healthcare team to enhance patient care.

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, etc., 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
• 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

• 1+ years of experience working in transplant and/or similar specialty fields
• Considerable skill in communicating verbally, in determining priorities and in organizing work; ability to maintain an organized, alphabetized filing system
• General working knowledge of PC. Excel, Microsoft Word for windows, OASIS and EPIC
• Computerized appointment scheduling experienceAbility 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

Position Details

• Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE)
• Shift: Days (8:30am - 5:00pm), Monday - Friday
• Work Location: Onsite
• Unit/Department: Transplant Department
• 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 Dayshift, from approximately 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 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 will not vary depending on the week, but we anticipate that you will be scheduled to work Monday - Friday.

About Us

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

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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.

As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre‑employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full‑time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine .