Medical Assistant 1, Lurie Main and Uptown

Medical Assistant

This part-time Medical Assistant will cover clinics in Dermatology and Float Pool at Lurie, and will also require covering dermatology clinics at Uptown as needed. Hours for the position are on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays between the hour of 8 am and 4 : 30 pm.

General Summary :

The Medical Assistant is responsible for daily clinical work in the outpatient / primary care setting in accordance with the Ambulatory Medical Assistant Scope of Practice. Assists Physicians and other staff under the direction of a Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Nurse and / or Physician.

Essential Job Functions :

• Depending on location, performs phlebotomy and specimen processing as directed by delegating provider.
• Administers, including but not limited to, intramuscular injections, subcutaneous injections, intradermal skin testing, topical medications, ophthalmic drops and nasal spray.
• Depending on location, performs ECGs, places Holter monitors and downloads telemetry data.
• Works in conjunction with other staff to maximize clinic flow.
• Intervenes appropriately in emergency situations.
• Documents data and changes in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Provides assistance and or back up support for administrative tasks including but not limited to scheduling patient visits and performing basic "check-in, check out" activities.
• Obtains measurements, patient history and other intake activities.
• Stocks and maintains the clinic area including ordering of supplies as needed.
• Demonstrates knowledge of pertinent aspects and competency with protocols related to the use of chemical disinfection, high level disinfection, and sterilization if required as part of the responsibilities of the role.
• Depending on location, directs High Level Disinfection scope cleaning in accordance with defined HLD processes.
• Completes trainings and education including but not limited to Healthcare Provider CPR.
• Other job functions as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

High school diploma required.

Successful completion of a formal Medical Assistant program.

Possesses 0 3 years of relevant clinical experience.

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) (AAMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) preferred but not required.

Some college, preferred.

Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.

Excellent communication / listening skills. Substantial interpersonal skills sufficient to work effectively with pediatric patients, families, physicians, nursing and other allied health and medical center personnel.

Education :

High School Diploma / GED (Required)

Pay Range : $19.00-$28.50 Hourly

At Lurie Children's, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions.

In addition to base salary, Lurie Children's offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs.

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes :

At Lurie Children's, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

Lurie Children's and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.