Medical Assistant - Multi-Specialty, Full Time, Days **$2,000 Sign On Bonus**
Company: Northwestern Memorial Healthcare
Location: Lake Forest
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
Company DescriptionAt 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. At
Northwestern Medicine, 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**This is a Full
Time position at 40hrs per week to support our Multi-Specialty
clinic, primarily in the specialties of Pulmonary/Neuro Sleep.
Schedule is Monday through Friday, 8a-5p and requires travel
between both Lake Forest and Grayslake campuses. Two days in Lake
Forest and three days in Grayslake.**The Medical Assistant reflects
the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adheres
to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance
Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures,
guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.The
Medical Assistant is a member of the health care team primarily
responsible for providing support to physicians, nurses, and other
licensed medical staff by facilitating efficient patient flow,
assisting with various patient care activities, and performing
related administrative functions. The Medical Assistant is
responsible for ensuring efficient patient flow through the clinic;
maintaining neat, clean and safe patient care areas; promoting
patient satisfaction by interacting with patients in a
professional, friendly manner; safeguarding patient
confidentiality.Responsibilities:Assures efficient patient flow
through the site:Escorts patient to exam room, identifies patient
with 2 identifiers and prepares patient for examination.Obtains
accurate vital signs, per organization standards.Documents reason
for visit and updates/confirms, allergies, smoking history and
pharmacy information.Promptly informs the provider and registered
nurse of any significant change in vital signs or acute
symptoms.Anticipates/sets up equipment or supplies needed for
visit.Cleans and prepares exam room for next patient.Responds to
needs to expedite visits and maintain flow of patients and
prioritize tasks accordingly.Assists practitioner with medical and
surgical procedures in accordance with established protocols such
as: Electrocardiogram (ECG), venipuncture, immunizations, setting
up procedure trays, specimen collection and/or Clinical Laboratory
Improvement Amendments (CLIA) waived testing as directed by
Provider.Provides high quality care by:Prepares and stocks all exam
rooms in treatment area by following established protocols for
disinfecting and sterilizing equipment and instruments.Participates
in environmental safety rounds.Maintains vaccine/medication
inventory.Monitors and maintains equipment and instruments
according to clinic guidelines.Assists in ordering supplies and
correctly disposes of all expired items.Adheres to office opening
and closing procedures.Functions as an integral part of the patient
care team and promotes patient satisfaction by interacting with
patients in a professional, friendly manner:Accepts and performs
delegated responsibilities in a positive manner.Offers assistance
to others.Attends and participates in staff meetings.Communicates
appropriately and effectively with patients and patient care team
(in the office and on the phone.Performs delegated procedures
common to the specialty area in a safe, effective, and efficient
manner (see specialty practice addendum.Performs all other duties
as assigned by the Supervisor or
ManagerQualificationsRequired:Non-Certified/Non-NM Clinical Schools
Graduates:Must have written proof of meeting candidate eligibility
requirements for writing one of the four eligible certification
exams (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, or NHA)Within first six months of
employment, will complete one of the following certifications after
up to two test attempts:Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through
American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)Registered Medical
Assistant (RMA) through American Medical Technologists (AMT)
orNational Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) through the National
Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)Certified Clinical Medical
Assistant (CCMA) through the National Healthcareer Association
(NHA)Signed acknowledgement during onboarding that certification
must be attained within 6 months, as a condition of employmentNM
Clinical Schools MA Program Graduates:Graduates of the NM Clinical
Schools Medical Assistant Program must have a passing score on the
AMT exam and proof of that provisional testingGraduates of the NM
Clinical Schools Medical Assistant Program may remain in this job
code beyond 6 months pending program status.All
Candidates/Incumbents:High school diploma or GED.American Heart
Association accredited Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR)
certification.Completion of pre-employment competency exam.Strong
computer skills.Preferred: Experience with electronic medical
record.Additional InformationNorthwestern Medicine is an
affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not
discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex,
race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran
status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected
status.
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