What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant (Credentialed/Certified) - Center for Women's Health position at University of Illinois Chicago?
Medical Assistant (Credentialed/Certified) - Center for Women's Health
Medical Assistant (Credentialed/Certified) - Center for Women's Health
Hiring Department: Center for Women's Health
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1043110
FTE: 1.0
Work Schedule: Days; 40hrs/wk
Shift: Days
# of Positions: 1
Workplace Type: On-Site
Pay Range: The previously determined pay range for this position is $25.26 - 39.08 / Hourly Wage. Pay is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)
The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Physician, performs a variety of clinical and clerical services to support physician practice in an outpatient setting.
Duties & Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
- 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 Health career Association (NHA).
- Possession of a current/valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support CPR Certification.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
2. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
3. Knowledge of basic first aid principles, methods, and techniques.
4. Knowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniques.
5. Demonstrated competency to conduct point of care testing.
6. Demonstrated competency in venipuncture techniques.
7. Demonstrated competency to perform specialized tests.
8. Knowledge of inventory procedures.
9. Knowledge of medical records policies, procedures and documentation requirements.
10. Skill in telephone communications.
11. Skill in communicating with persons from varying cultural and economic backgrounds.
12. Ability to recognize needs, physical characteristics, and behavior of a variety of age groups of patients and special needs of patients.
13. Knowledge of billing and collection procedures.
14. Accuracy and skill in writing medical requisitions for ordered tests.
15. Accuracy and skill in taking and recording patients' blood pressure, temperature, respiration, pulse, height, weight and other vital statistics.
16. Ability to make decisions based on urgency of the situation and in accordance with work procedures and hospital/clinic policies.
17. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
18. Willingness to, and skilled in, dealing effectively with patients, hospital staff, and other persons from inside or outside hospital/clinic.
19. Ability to organize work activities.
20. Knowledge of University, Medical Center, Departmental and work unit policies and procedures.
21. Knowledge of registration and scheduling requirements; and ability to competently and correctly enter information into manual and automated patient information/management systems.
To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.
Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
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Salary : $25 - $39