**Medical Assistant -** **UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Great Lakes Primary Care** **All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:** + Benefits from Day One + Up to $1,500 Sign-On Bonus Available + Paid Days Off from Day One + Student Loan Repayment Program + Career Development + Whole Person Wellbeing Resources + Mental Health Resources and Support + Pet Insurance + Debt-free Education (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense) **Our promise to you:** Joining UChicago AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that **together** we are even better. **Schedule:** Full Time - Monday 6:45a-3:15p, Tuesday 7:45a-4:15p, Wednesday 6:45a-3:15p, Thursday 6:45a-3:15p, Friday 7:45a-4:15p, Saturday 9a-12p (once per month) **Location:** 1012 W 95th Street, Naperville, IL **The role you'll contribute:** The Medical Assistant provides appropriate care to patients within the scope of Florida Statues Title XXXII: Regulations of Professionals and Occupations. Chapter 458. Medical Assistants assist in various aspects of medical practice until the direct supervisor and responsibility of a physician. Responsibilities may include: patient care management, administrative and clinical procedures, managerial and supervisory function. In all practice endeavors the medical Assistant will adhere to ethical and professional practice. **The value you'll bring to the team:** + Front Office Duties: * Reviews appointment bookings in advance and ensure patients receive appointment reminders. * Verify and validate insurance prior to appointment date. * Completes check in process, securing copays and balance amounts. * Verifies consent forms are completed and up to date. * Maintains timely flow of patients and keep patients up to date of any delays. * Responds to and returns in-coming telephone calls in a timely manner. * Check out patient from visit and schedule the next visit + Clinical Duties: * All clinical skills will be verified within 90 days of hire and annually. * Completes onboarding competency validation prior to any invasive (CLIA labs etc..) procedures * Review schedule to ensure appropriately scheduled, charts prep with lab and imaging results, referrals completed * Completes chart abstraction/prep chart activities prior to patient visit. * Rooms patient and completes screenings, history taking, vital signs, medication reconciliation, and other relevant intake needs. * Prepares the patient and room for physical assessment or procedure. * Instructs patient regarding samples and tests. * Reviews tests results with patients if non-critical. * Informs physician of any critical results or abnormal results from imaging, laboratory etc. * Assists with procedures such as ECG, ear lavage, vision and hearing tests * Administers prescribed treatments in accordance with AHMG policies and medical standards. * Ensures medical equipment is functioning and up to date * Ensures adequate supplies and medications are not expired * Responsible for preparation of exam rooms including restocking of treatment areas and disinfecting of exam tables and counters. * Assists with inbaskets throughout the day * Practices Body Substance Isolation. Ensures that PPE is available at all times in each exam room and adheres to proper precaution level and technique. * Demonstrates responsibility/knowledge about commonly used medications. * Assists with completion of prior authorizations utilization * Completes diagnostic coding and procedure coding * Completes logs for CLIA compliancy and other regulatory bodies. * Follows AdventHealth policy on cleaning and sterilization of instruments. * Answer phone calls relating to clinical needs and triages appropriately + Other: * Complies with office policy and procedures for OSHA, CLIA and Infection Prevention standards. * Supports the development of staff teamwork by being willing to assist patients, visitors and co- workers when necessary to facilitate a smooth workflow. * Maintains the confidentiality of employees' and patients' administrative and medical information, with no infractions. * Assists with completion of paperwork relating to workers compensation, FMLA, DME etc. * Continuously strives to improve pt satisfaction by going above and beyond * Adheres to the AdventHealth Corporate Compliance Plan, and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. * Must only complete job duties permitted by uncertified/unregistered MAs. * Must be willing to float to other AdventHealth Medical practices, within reason, when patient load, vacation schedules etc. make it necessary. * Assists virtually when other practices require assistance. Qualifications **The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:** + High School Grad or Equiv Required + Display a caring and professional consumer focus attitude at all times + Able to communicate in writing and verbally clearly and effectively with patients and co-workers. + Demonstrates ability to utilize numerous technology software, such as the Electronic Health Record (EHR). + Updates clinical and medical knowledge by participating in educational opportunities for professional growth i.e., completion of certification exam + Able to multitask and triage needs of patients and coworkers for efficient care + Must maintain confidentiality at all times + Strong critical thinking skills + Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Preferred + Certification required after hire This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location. **Category:** Patient Care **Organization:** UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Great Lakes **Schedule:** Full-time **Shift:** 1 - Day **Req ID:** 25031311 We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.