Medical Assistant II

Job 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.

• Depending on location, performs phlebotomy and specimen processing as directed by delegating provider.
• May align to specific or multiple divisions.
• 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. Responsible for ECG and Holter program for a specific location.
• 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 backup 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 the use of chemical disinfection, high level disinfection, and sterilization if required.
• 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.

• High school diploma required.
• Successful completion of a formal Medical Assistant program.
• Possesses 3 or more 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, nursing, and other allied health and medical center personnel.

High School Diploma/GED (Required). Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.

Pay Range: $19.50–$30.23 hourly. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offers 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.

Benefits for full‑time and part‑time employees who work 20 or more hours per week include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer‑paid group term life and disability; employer contribution toward Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts;
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and Paid Parental Leave; 403(b) with a 5% employer match; various voluntary benefits such as Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability, Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage; tuition assistance; student loan servicing and support; adoption benefits; backup childcare and eldercare;
Employee Assistance Program; 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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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.