Medical Assistant

Posted:
9/6/2024, 12:23:03 PM

Location(s):
Niles, Illinois, United States ⋅ Illinois, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Position Highlights:
  • Sign on bonus: (if applicable)
  • Position:
  • Location: [City, IL]
  • Full Time/Part Time: [Full Time / Part Time]
  • Hours: Monday-Friday, [hours and flexible work schedules]
  • Required Travel:

A Brief Overview:
The Medical Assistant Lead is a key member of the healthcare team, responsible for providing comprehensive medical assistance to healthcare providers and ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the medical assistant team. This role requires clinical expertise, strong leadership skills, and the ability to provide patient care and administrative support.

What you will do:
  • Providing clinical leadership to the medical assistant team, guiding and supporting their work, and ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety.
  • Performing a range of clinical tasks, including but not limited to taking vital signs, assisting with examinations, administering medications, and providing patient education.
  • Coordinating schedules for the medical assistant team, ensuring adequate coverage, and assigning tasks and responsibilities effectively.
  • Overseeing the training and onboarding of new medical assistants, as well as providing ongoing education and skill development opportunities for the team.
  • Monitoring and maintaining the quality of clinical care and administrative tasks performed by the medical assistant team, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and regulations.
  • Managing and ordering medical supplies, equipment, and medications, ensuring that they are properly stocked and readily available.
  • Assisting in maintaining and updating patient records and charts, ensuring that all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
  • Interacting with patients in a professional and compassionate manner, addressing their questions, concerns, and needs, and ensuring a positive patient experience.
  • Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient care and efficient clinical operations.
  • Performing clinical procedures as directed by healthcare providers, such as wound care, phlebotomy, and EKGs.

What you will need:
  • Associates Degree Required
  • 2 Years experience as a Medical Assistant in a healthcare setting required. And
  • 1 Year in a lead or supervisory role required.
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA AAMA) - Certifying Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants (CBAAMA) Required And
  • Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) Required
Benefits:
  • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
  • Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Free Parking at designated locations
  • Wellness Program Savings Plan
  • Health Savings Account Options
  • Retirement Options with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Community Involvement Opportunities