About this opportunity
UChicago Medicine lists this Medical Assistant, Transplant Department, Full-Time, Day Shift opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at
UChicago Medicine
as a
Medical Assistant
with our
Transplant Department
. The Medical Assistant will work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), Advanced Practice Nurse (APN), or Physician, assisting with a range of clinical and administrative tasks such as administering vaccines, conducting EKGs, recording vital signs, maintaining accurate patient records, and collaborating with the healthcare team to enhance patient care.
Know and practice the University of Chicago Medical Center’s Pride Values and Patient Centered Care Definition and Principles
Perform any or all duties involving direct patient care as assigned by the registered nurse or physician and within the scope of the Nursing policies and procedures
Appropriately implement and document patient and family education as delegated by the RN or physician
Document all aspects of patient care according to hospital policies and procedures
Perform phlebotomy services
Assist with collection of specimens. Perform labeling and logging of specimens in compliance with hospital standards
A completed High School diploma or equivalent from an accredited body
A current certificate of cardiopulmonary resuscitation training
Must have phlebotomy experience
Experience working in a community health setting
Completion of a certified/registered program for medical assistants that is recognized by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Graduate of a certified program for Medical Assistants (CMA credential)
1+ years of experience working in transplant and/or similar specialty fields
~ Excel, Microsoft Word for windows, OASIS and EPIC
~ Considerable skill in handling sensitive public contacts with discretion, tact and courtesy when dealing with patients, coworkers, and physicians
~ Physical ability to perform stocking, lifting, and transporting supplies and instruments
Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE)
Shift: Days (8:30am - 5:00pm), Monday - Friday
Unit/Department: CBA Code: Non-Union
We anticipate that you will generally be scheduled to work the Dayshift, from approximately 8:30 am - 5:00 pm and will not be scheduled for on-call shifts. The days of the week that you are scheduled will not vary depending on the week, but we anticipate that you will be scheduled to work Monday - Friday.
We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at:
UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at
Benefits - UChicago Medicine
.
Who can apply
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