Medical Assistant Job Chicago area,Illinois USA,Healthcare

You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Medical Assistant to join their healthcare team. The primary responsibilities of this role include providing compassionate patient care, collaborating with care teams, maintaining quality and safety standards, and engaging in administrative duties to ensure efficient clinic operations.

Key Responsibilities

Take patients' vital signs, prepare patients for examinations, and provide instructions based on visit reasons.
Perform initial interviews to gather pertinent medical history for use by healthcare providers.
Assist providers during examinations, procedures, and obtain consent for procedures as needed.
Perform phlebotomy, Point of Care Testing (POCT), and EKGs following established standards.
Administer immunizations and injections as ordered, and document appropriately in the medical record.
Participate in daily care team huddles to support care coordination and patient flow.
Maintain established policies, quality improvement programs, and safety standards.
Attends and participates in meetings as assigned.

Qualifications

1 Year MA Experience
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Preferred:
Clinic Experience

Skills

Technical skills:
Proficient in phlebotomy, POCT, EKGs.
Soft skills:

Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.

Additional Requirements

Must be bilingual in English and Spanish.

Benefits

Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
Short Term Disability Insurance.
Term Life Insurance Plan.

Required Employment / Compliance Language

Medix is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
* We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we're dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

* As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities.

Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.


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