Medical Assistant - North Riverside

Medical Assistant - North Riverside

Location : Oak Park, Illinois

Work Type : Full Time

Shift : Shift 1

Work Schedule : 8 Hr (8 : 00 : 00 AM - 7 : 30 : 00 PM)

Sign on Bonus : $3,000

Pay Range : $19.50 - $29.73 per hour

Summary : The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is responsible for assisting Physicians, Mid-Level Practitioners, and Registered Nurses with the evaluation, management, and treatment of patients in an ambulatory care setting. The Certified Medical Assistant assumes responsibility for maintaining patient flow, the upkeep of exam and treatment rooms, and performing basic skills such as vital signs and point of care testing. In addition, the Certified Medical Assistant will administer intramuscular injections, immunizations, small volume nebulizer treatment, over-the-counter medications under the direction of a Physician. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Required Job Qualifications

• High school diploma / GED required.
• Clinical Medical Assistant Certification by AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NAHP, AAH, or NHA required (includes principles and techniques of injections and medication administration) required upon hire.
• Graduates of a Rush Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program are required to obtain Clinical Medical Assistant Certification by AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NAHP, AAH, or NHA required within six months of hire.
• Current CPR certification required upon start date.
• Computer skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.