Park Ridge Infusion MOA

Department:

37394 Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center - Infusion: Park Ridge

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

M-F 8:30-5

Pay Range

$ $32.20Major Responsibilities:
Promotes positive Clinical Outcomes by providing consistent clinical assistance to patients and other members of the clinical team.
1)Assures medical record data ( i.e., results of all tests ,pathology, radiology, cardiology) and consults are included in medical record for the physician to review before the visit. Communicate with RN any incomplete charts and barriers to task not performed.

Performs various tasks based on department need, patient condition, and skills verification. Preparing patient for the exam rooms, measuring and recording vital signs including height and weight , recording and updating medication list, performing routine screening test, phlebotomy and collection of other laboratory specimen, transport specimen to lab on a timely manner and maintenance of instruments for MD use.

Consistently exhibits Advocate's Standards of Behavioral Excellence to promote achievement of KRAs for Patient Satisfaction as evidenced by meeting goals for Press Ganey scores
1)Adheres to Advocate's, AIMMC ,AMG and Cancer Center standard of behavior with regard to customer service in orders to facilitates high patient satisfactionachieve KRAs for patient satisfaction scores on the Press Ganey Survey.

2)Actively participates in staff meetings in order to facilitate new processes to help the organization achieve KRAs in patient satisfaction.

3)Assists the Clinic Nurse Supervisor in maintenance and daily upkeep of the clinic areas, 3rd floor lobby clutter free before the start of clinic, brochure and calling cards restocked, reducing noise refrain from using personal electronic devices on the patient care areas, unloading and restocking rooms as assigned every Friday.

4)Utilizes appropriate resources to meet customer needs including greeting patients and practicing AIDET, checking for referrals and notifying Case Manager or PSR if missing in chart, answer all phone calls by the end of the day, document in EMR any patient related event, complete Quality Checklist by end of the day and return all phone calls by the end of the day.

Promotes positive Associate Eengagement by consistently exhibiting behaviors of teamwork and partnership to other associates
1)Adheres to Advocate's AIMMC, AMG's and Cancer Center standards of behavior with regard to internal customer service to promote an environment of teamwork, professionalism and trust.

2)Attends and actively participates in staff meeting and in quality process improvement initiatives for AIMMC, AMG and Cancer Center.

3)Participates in initiatives to review and update Cancer Center clinical guidelines and policies and educates self and others regarding these guidelines and policies.

4)Demonstrates an ability to work with different physician style.

5)Displays professionalism at all times by demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills, promoting collaboration among healthcare team members

Promotes positive Physician Eengagement by providing consistent and accurate assistance to physicians.
3)Collaborates and communicate with the physician in the management of clinic workflow.

1)Demonstrates respect and understanding of the physician role in the clinic, provide support by providing safe care to patients.

2)Recognizes the importance of the physician and associate relationship in meeting patient needs and safe practice.

Promotes Ggrowth of the center by maintaining a knowledge base of all Cancer Center services and promoting those services to patients. Promotes funding our future by adhering to charge entry practices and also utilizing PTO and overtime per department standards
4)Successfully completes task assigned on a timely manner and decreasing overtime.

5)Accurately enters charges for patient encounters accurately and timely.

1)Support AMG, IMMC and Cancer Center initiative that promotes growth.

2)Participates in programs that improve effectiveness and overall function and operation of the organization.

3)Utilize available resources to maintain current knowledge and demonstrate self direction in meeting annual goals and certifications.

Education/Experience Required:
Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR 2-3 years medical assistant experience Experience with special populations preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Clinically appropriate skills.
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent organization skills
• Self Starter
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Basic CPR Certification Certification preferred

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
1) Ability to access patients and respond in a timely manner 2) Exposure to unidentified infectious cases 3) Exposure to body fluids and blood 4) Ability to work varying shifts to meets needs of center. 5) Ability to work under stressful conditions and in difficult situations. 6) Physical demands are moderate. Occasional lifting, bending and stooping or sitting. Normal office environment where there is minimal or no physical discomfort due to temperature, dust or noise. Equipment utilized includes basic office equipment designed for use with ambulatory patients as well as emergency medical equipment.
If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health 

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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