Medical Assistant Bilingual-Neurosurgery Clinic

2 days ago

Chicago, United States Northwestern Memorial Healthcare Full time
Job Description

The Medical Assistant - Bilingual reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Medical Assistant is a member of the health care team primarily responsible for providing support to physicians, nurses, and other licensed medical staff by facilitating efficient patient flow, assisting with various patient care activities, and performing related administrative functions. The Medical Assistant is responsible for ensuring efficient patient flow through the clinic; maintaining neat, clean and safe patient care areas;  promoting patient satisfaction by interacting with patients in a professional, friendly manner; safeguarding patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities:

  • Assures efficient patient flow through the site:
    • Escorts patient to exam room, identifies patient with 2 identifiers and prepares patient for examination.
    • Obtains accurate vital signs, per organization standards.
    • Documents reason for visit and updates/confirms, allergies, smoking history and pharmacy information.
    • Promptly informs the provider and registered nurse of any significant change in vital signs or acute symptoms.
    • Anticipates/sets up equipment or supplies needed for visit.
    • Cleans and prepares exam room for next patient.
    • Responds to needs to expedite visits and maintain flow of patients and prioritize tasks accordingly.
  • Assists practitioner with medical and surgical procedures in accordance with established protocols such as:
    • Electrocardiogram (ECG)
    • Venipuncture
    • Immunizations
    • Setting up procedure trays, specimen collection and/or Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) waived testing as directed by Provider.
  • Provides high quality care by:
    • Preparing and stocking all exam rooms in treatment area by following established protocols for disinfecting and sterilizing equipment and instruments.
    • Participating in environmental safety rounds.
    • Maintaining vaccine/medication inventory.
    • Monitoring and maintaining equipment and instruments according to clinic guidelines.
    • Assisting in ordering supplies and correctly disposing of all expired items.
    • Adhering to office opening and closing procedures.
  • Functions as an integral part of the patient care team and promotes patient satisfaction by interacting with patients in a professional, friendly manner:
    • Accepts and performs delegated responsibilities in a positive manner.
    • Offers assistance to others.
    • Attends and participates in staff meetings.
    • Communicates appropriately and effectively with patients and patient care team (in the office and on the phone)
  • Performs delegated procedures common to the specialty area in a safe, effective, and efficient manner (see specialty practice addendum)
  • Assist with coordinating patient’s visit within the NM Facilities.
  • Support patients in both the Neurosurgery Clinics and the Hispanic Brain and Spine Clinics. 
  • Performs all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager

 


Qualifications

Required:

  • Candidate must have written proof of meeting candidate eligibility requirements for writing one of the five eligible certification exams (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA, NRCMA)
  • Accepted documentation:
    • New MA Graduates within 6 months from date of graduation from an MA Program must submit: a letter from the school or a letter from the certifying body
    • Non-Certified MAs or new graduates past 6 months from date of graduation from an MA program must submit: a letter from the certifying body
  • Within first six months of employment, will complete one of the following certifications after up to two test attempts:
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
  • Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through American Medical Technologists (AMT) or
  • National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through the National Health career Association (NHA)
  • Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) through the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)

All Candidates/Incumbents:

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • American Heart Association accredited Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification.
  • Signed acknowledgement during onboarding that certification must be attained within 6months, as a condition of employment
  • Strong computer skills
  • Bilingual (Spanish) speaker

Preferred:

  • Completion of accredited Medical Assistant training progra
  • One to two years of ambulatory care experience.
  • One to two years’ experience in a bilingual clinical setting (Spanish speaking)
  • Experience with electronic medical record.


Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

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