Peds Medical Assistant II - Patient Care & Clinic Support

10 HOSP Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking a Medical Assistant for our outpatient Northbrook location.

The role involves phlebotomy, specimen processing, and administering injections as directed by providers, with ECG/telemetry duties and strong emphasis on teamwork to optimize clinic flow. You will support administrative tasks, document in the EMR, and participate in high-level disinfection and CPR trainings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Successful completion of a formal Medical Assistant program.
• Possesses 3 or more years of relevant clinical experience.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) preferred but not required.
• Some college, preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy and specimen processing as directed by delegating provider.
• Administers intramuscular injections, subcutaneous injections, intradermal skin testing, topical medications, ophthalmic drops and nasal spray.
• Performs ECGs, places Holter monitors and downloads telemetry data.
• Responsible for ECG and Holter program for a specific location.
• Works in conjunction with other staff to maximize clinic flow.
• Intervenes appropriately in emergency situations.
• Documents data and changes in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Provides assistance for administrative tasks including scheduling patient visits and check-in/check-out activities.
• Obtains measurements, patient history and other intake activities.
• Stocks and maintains the clinic area including ordering of supplies.
• Directs High Level Disinfection cleaning where required.
• Completes trainings including Healthcare Provider CPR.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

CPR certified

Education

High School diploma

Medical Assistant program

Some college

CMA/RMA preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking a Medical Assistant for our outpatient Northbrook location.

The role involves phlebotomy, specimen processing, and administering injections as directed by providers, with ECG/telemetry duties and strong emphasis on teamwork to optimize clinic flow. You will support administrative tasks, document in the EMR, and participate in high-level disinfection and CPR trainings.