Medical Assistant

GENERAL SUMMARY:

We are well-established, PCMH Certified pediatric practice in Hinsdale, IL. We are seeking a qualified, compassionate individual who is a team player and enjoys working with children and their families to fill a Medical Assistant position. This is a great opportunity to be a part of a dynamic group of dedicated physicians and support staff working together to make a difference in the lives of the families we serve!

The Medical Assistant supports the provider in many aspects of the office encounter. Works under the supervision of the Practice Manager.

Schedule:

• 28 Hours per week
• Rotating Saturdays - Divided among the clinical team.
• Ability to work opening and closing shifts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs vitals, rooms patients and gathers specimens.
• Documents necessary information in the EMR.
• Collects specimens, performs in-office lab testing and prepares specimens for outside labs.
• Assists with in-office patient procedures per protocol and training.
• Contributes to the daily upkeep of office space and equipment.
• Demonstrates and supports PediaTrust Core Values.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs cleaning and disinfection of instruments and equipment based on practice protocol.
• Performs digital health workflows and initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Minimum High School Diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• Strong knowledge and level of comfort with EPIC or other EMR system preferred

Required Length & Type of Experience:

• One year of experience in a clinical environment
• Computer literacy

Required Certification, Licenses, Registration:

• CPR certification
• Certification as a Medical Assistant preferred

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical and environmental demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Some travel required
• Bending and Lifting
• Walking
• Exposure to infectious disease
• Exposure to biohazards and other hazardous materials

CORE VALUES

Trust. We are committed to integrity without compromise

• Be gently honest with all your customers – coworkers, patients, physicians, management
• Provide realistic expectations
• Keep your word, your commitments
• Protect the privacy of patients, parents and coworkers

Partnership. We work as a team toward our shared purpose

• Demonstrate commitment to the partnership and its shared purpose
• Collaborate with your coworkers and other customers; offer to help
• Communicate information fully
• Maintain a positive outlook
• In conflict, work toward the goal of resolution rather than winning

Excellence. We strive to exceed expectations in everything we do

• Strive to continually meet PCMH standards
• Consistently go the extra mile
• Take action to fix problems and to prevent repeat problems
• Consistently speak and behave in a friendly, helpful manner to all customers

Compassion. We are dedicated to serving others and fostering healthy relationships.

• Listen
• Acknowledge and demonstrate sensitivity to the feelings and needs of others
• When someone is upset, put yourself in their shoes and give the benefit of the doubt when you can

Respect. We treat all with dignity and embrace diversity

• Listen and pay attention when others are speaking
• Be polite
• Take action to protect another’s dignity
• Demonstrate openness to another’s point of view