Traveling Recovery Room Medical Assistant

Benefits : 401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

SUMMARY : Assist in the care provided to the patient during the treatment process.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Graduated of a recognized medical assistant program

Computer training also desired but not required

Speak Spanish also desired.

HOURS : MUST HAVE RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION TO LOCATION This position requires that you are able to travel to at least 4 different locations in Chicago (2 locations), Des Plaines, and Addison, IL Hours will be discussed at the time of interview.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

CLINICAL :

Apply EKG leads to patient.

Patient transfer : cart to Phase II recovery

Phase II to wheelchair

Wheelchair to vehicle on discharge

Assist patient in bathroom if necessary

Assist patient in changing clothes if necessary

Assemble patient charts

Discontinue I.V. on instructions from nurse.

Provide nourishment to patient in Phase II recovery.

Provides language interpretation when needed

EQUIPMENT / MATERIALS MANAGEMENT :

Maintain required stock supply in the recovery room

Manage clean / soiled linens

Clean patient carts / beds / Phase II recovery bays between cases

Clean areas when requested by nursing.

IMPROVING ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE :

Communicates problems, incidents and / or complaints to center team leader or RN

Practices infection control and patient safety procedures

Reviews patient information for completion when assembling medical records

Attends and participates in staff meetings and in - services activities

Participates in improving organizational performance activities

LEADERSHIP :

Setas an example for peers in professional conduct by adhering to all HR policies and procedures.

Uses interpersonal and problem-solving skills in daily job performance

Demonstrates initiative in communication information proactively.

Suggest solutions in problems.

OTHER DUTIES :

Willingly accepts and performs all other duties as assigned.