at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Medical Assistant (Credentialed/Certified) - College of Medicine, South Loop Physicians Group Clinic
Medical Assistant (Credentialed/Certified) - College of Medicine, South Loop Physicians Group Clinic
Hiring Department: College of Medicine, DOM Academic Internal Med & Geriatrics
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Contract Location Appointment Work Location: South Loop Physician's Group 2600 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
Requisition ID: 1025111
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Posting Close Date: 5/24/2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of .
UIC College of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Academic Internal Medicine & Geriatrics is seeking a Medical Assistant Credentialed Certified to join our South Loop Physicians Group. Under the direction of Administrative Nurse III, this role will perform various clinical and clerical tasks needed at the South Loop Physician Group Clinic. This position is a civil service Contract Appointment at the Contract Location: South Loop Physicians Group located at 2600 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60616.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Register, check all patients in and out for the Clinic. Assure appropriate set up needed for each patient and each exam room. Clean and sterilize any equipment as needed. Perform phlebotomy and lab preparation. Assure medical record is available for physician prior to patient appointment and testing procedure.
Clean exam rooms to assure clean linen, testing equipment, etc
Take patient vitals, i.e., blood pressure, temperature, height, weight, etc. as needed. Answer any questions patient may have. Inform physician of abnormal results as needed
Responsible for greeting all patients; confirm appointment, authorizations and insurance information.
Assist Nurse with responding to patient inquiries. Assure that all information is accurate. Refer to Director or Nurse as needed.
Coordinate with other clinics as needed.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
High school graduation or equivalent.
Possession of a current/valid certification as a Certified Medical Assistant by an approved certifying board as defined by the employing institution. The approved certifying boards include; American Association of Medical Assistant (AAMA), American Medical Technologists (AMT), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCTI) and/or National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
Possession of a current/valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support CPR Certification.
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The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
institution/employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
