Medical AssistantPatient Service Rep Occupational Medicine Clinic (Skokie)

Department:

08610 AMG Skokie - Occupational Medicine

Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou rs Per Week:

20

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Part time 20 hours per week for Medical Assistant/Patient Service Representative

Pay Range:

$22.90 - $34.35

Job Description Summary:

Support the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks that are vital to patient care. Medical Assistants/Patient Service Reps must adhere to all relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure patient safety and confidentiality. They are expected to maintain a high level of professionalism and compassion during all interactions.

Where You Will Work:

Advocate Medical Group (AMG) is part of Advocate Health one of the nations largest nonprofit health systems. With more than 350 locations across Illinois and Wisconsin AMG offers a wide range of specialties and services including primary care medical and surgical care pediatrics womens health behavioral health and more. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and improving health outcomes in the communities we serve. Joining AMG means being part of a collaborative patient-focused environment where innovation and quality care thrive.

Were Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Medical Assistant or 2 years of verifiable full-time experience as a Medical Assistant within the last 5 years.
• Certifications in drug screening alcohol testing CAOHC and NISOH a plus. (May be obtained after hire).

• One to two years related customer service experience

• Experience handling difficult callers/customers/patients

What Youll Do:

Clinic Hours: Monday - Friday: 7:45am - 5:30pm must be willing travel to other occupational health locations if needed.

As a Medical Assistant/Patient Service Rep youll play a vital role in the care team supporting providers connecting with patients and helping ensure a seamless compassionate experience every day.

As a key member of the ambulatory care team you will:

• Take and record vital signs medical histories and health screenings.

• Prepare patients for exams and assist providers during procedures.

• Administer medications and vaccines as directed.
• Document care accurately in the electronic health record.

• Partner with physicians nurses and teammates to deliver high-quality coordinated care.
• Provides efficient high-quality service to patients who arrive for appointments or who telephone or visit in person to request appointments or information on tests and procedures bills and charges referrals and other matters.
• Ensures entry at time of service of billing information on the patient and payer and accurate follow-up on missing information.

About This Location:

Skokie IL - 5540 Touhy Ave (main clinic)

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Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to sit stand walk lift squat bend reach above shoulders and twist frequently throughout the workday.

• Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients medical equipment and supplies.

• Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.

• Must have functional speech vision hearing and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.

• Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.

• Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation if needed.

• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.

• Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.

• Physical Abilities Testing may be required.

• Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.

Ready to Take the Next Step:

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Our CommitmenttoYou:

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 teammates 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 andShort- 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

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g. full-time part-time per diem temporary etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Required Experience:

Junior IC