What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant (Credentialed/Certified) - College of Medicine (Part-Time) position at University of Illinois Hospital?
Under the direction of the Department Information Supervisor, the Certified Medical Assistant will perform various clinical and clerical tasks needed at the Department of Medicine Call Center and affiliated clinical locations.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- This position is expected to work at a variety of off-site locations, including, but not limited to: South Loop (Chicago), Aurora, Naperville etc....
- Register and check all patients in and out of the Clinic.
- Ensure that an appropriate setup is ready for each patient and each exam room.
- Clean and sterilize any equipment as needed. Perform phlebotomy and lab preparation.
- Assure medical records are available for the physician prior to patient appointments and testing procedures.
- DOM Call Center task to schedule, register, and check in patients related to the IDOC program and any other Medicine programs as assigned.
- Confirm upcoming clinic visits with site staff. Data/Report management.
- Take patient vitals, i.e., blood pressure, temperature, height, weight, etc. as needed. Answer any questions the patient may have.
- Inform the physician of abnormal results as needed.
- Responsible for greeting all patients and confirming appointments, authorizations, and insurance information.
- Assist Nurses with responding to patient inquiries. Assure that all information is accurate. Refer to the Director or Nurse as needed.
- Coordinate with other clinics as needed.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.