Medical Assistant; Dr. Garrigues

Description

It’s the people that make the difference. Are you ready to make your impact? Midwest Orthopedics at Rush is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked Top 10 in Orthopedics by U.S. News and World Report. Founded in 2003, MOR is comprised of internationally‑renowned Orthopedic and Spine surgeons who pioneer the latest advances in technology and surgical techniques to improve the lives and activity levels of patients around the world.

MOR doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire Soccer Club and DePaul University Athletics.

The position is a full‑time Certified Medical Assistant to join a busy Sports Medicine – Shoulder practice. The role provides clinical and administrative support to Physicians and PAs with the evaluation, management, and treatment of patients in an outpatient clinical setting. The ideal candidate will provide excellent customer service, strong communication skills, and be comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment. The position will require travel to the following outpatient clinics.

Schedule varies per week: 1.5 days in Chicago, 1.5 days in Oak Brook, and twice a month in Naperville. On surgery days, the MA will be stationed in the administrative office either in Chicago or Naperville.

• Chicago: 1611 W. Harrison, Chicago, IL 60612.
• Oak Brook: 2011 York Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523.
• Naperville: 55 Shuman Blvd., Suite 700, Naperville, IL 60563.

• Assist physician and providers with the flow of patients during clinic days.
• Triage new patients. Take health history and reason for visit, onset of issue, current pain medications.
• Reconcile medications, allergies, personal history and family history for all new patients.
• Assist physician with office procedures.
• Assist with EMR documentation of history, physical exam, assessment and plan.
• Measure vital signs before/after procedures.
• Enter orders in patients' chart for procedures/injections.
• Remove staples, sutures, and external fixation devices as directed by the physician.
• Perform routine laboratory tests, collect/assist with the collection of specimens, and send collected specimens out to Quest Diagnostic Labs for processing.
• Assist with contacting patients for results or call patients to make follow‑up appointment.
• Assist in collecting pre‑operative clearance notes, labs, and EKGs to prepare for surgery.
• Assist in creating pre‑surgery packets.
• Filter through Athena staff bucket regularly and distribute tasks to the team.
• Communicate with patients to answer common clinical questions and coordinate with the care team.
• Enter school/work notes in patient charts.
• Complete disability, FMLA forms, and parking placards.
• Complete prior authorizations for medications.
• Communicate to administrative assistant any procedure authorizations needed.
• Document information in patients' charts.
• Clean exam rooms between patients, as well as clean and stock at the end of the day.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in orthopedics or a related field.
• Good verbal and written communication and writing skills.
• Ability to multi‑task and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Comfortable taking initiative and responsibility.
• Willingness to travel as required.

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).

MOR offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

$23.00 – $26.00 per hour.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Company‑paid life and long‑term disability insurance.
• Voluntary life, AD&D, and short‑term disability insurance.
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• 401(k) Employer Contribution.
• Pet Insurance.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tax‑Advantaged Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA).
• HSA Employer Contribution (when enrolled in a HDHP).
• Tuition Reimbursement.

Our employees make the difference in our patients’ lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader. Come see what we’re all about.