Medical Assistant , Lurie Main and Uptown

Position: Medical Assistant 1, Lurie Main and Uptown
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H.

Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

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Location

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Job Description

This full-time Medical Assistant will cover clinics in Dermatology and Float Pool at Lurie, and will also require covering dermatology clinics at Uptown as needed. Hours for the position are 8 am to 4:30 pm Monday
-Friday.

General

Summary:



The Medical Assistant is responsible for daily clinical work in the outpatient/primary care setting in accordance with the Ambulatory Medical Assistant Scope of Practice. Assists Physicians and other staff under the direction of a Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Nurse and/or Physician.

Essential Job Functions:

• Depending on location, performs phlebotomy and specimen processing as directed by delegating provider.

• Administers, including but not limited to, intramuscular injections, subcutaneous injections, intradermal skin testing, topical medications, ophthalmic drops and nasal spray.

• Depending on location, performs ECGs, places Holter monitors and downloads telemetry data.

• 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 and or back up support for administrative tasks including but not limited to scheduling patient visits and performing basic "check-in, check out" activities.

• Obtains measurements, patient history and other intake activities.

• Stocks and maintains the clinic area including ordering of supplies as needed.

• Demonstrates knowledge of pertinent aspects and competency with protocols related to the use of chemical disinfection, high level disinfection, and sterilization if required as part of the responsibilities of the role.

• Depending on location, directs High Level Disinfection scope cleaning in accordance with defined HLD processes.

• Completes trainings and education including but not limited to Healthcare Provider CPR.

• Other job functions as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High school diploma required.

• Successful completion of a formal Medical Assistant program.

• Possesses 0 - 3 years of relevant clinical experience.

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) (AAMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) preferred but not required.

• Some college, preferred.

• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.

• Excellent communication/listening skills. Substantial interpersonal skills sufficient to work effectively with pediatric patients, families, physicians, nursing and other allied health and medical center personnel.

Education
High School Diploma/GED (Required)

Pay Range
$19.00-$28.50 Hourly

At Lurie Children's, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children's offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs.

For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and…