Medical Assistant -PRN; Casual

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.

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. The assistant assists physicians and other staff under the direction of a registered nurse, advanced practice nurse and/or physician.

• Depending on location, performs phlebotomy and specimen processing as directed by the delegating provider.
• Administers 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 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 supplies as needed.
• Demonstrates knowledge of pertinent aspects and competency with protocols related to chemical disinfection, high‑level disinfection and sterilization as required.
• Depending on location, directs high‑level disinfection scope cleaning in accordance with defined HLD processes.
• Completes trainings and education, including healthcare provider CPR.
• Performs other job functions as assigned.

• 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 and listening skills.
• Substantial interpersonal skills sufficient to work effectively with pediatric patients, families, physicians, nurses and other allied health personnel.

High School Diploma/GED (Required).

$19.00–$28.50 hourly. Compensation is competitive, regularly reviewed, and may include additional hourly differentials or leadership incentives for select roles.

• 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 Paid Parental Leave
• 403(b) with a 5% employer match
• Supplemental life, AD&D and disability coverage
• Critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup childcare and eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program and other behavioral health services
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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