Medical Assistant (Dr. Park)

Midwest Orthopedics at Rush is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked Top 10 in Orthopedics by U.News and World Report. Founded in 2003, MOR is comprised of internationally-renowned Orthopedic and Spine surgeons who pioneer the latest advances in technology and surgical techniques to improve the lives and activity levels of patients around the world. MOR doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire Soccer Club and DePaul University Athletics.

We are looking for a full-time Certified Medical Assistant to join a busy orthopedic surgeon specializing in the back and neck. The position is responsible for providing clinical and administrative support to the Physician and PAs with the evaluation, management, and treatment of patients in an outpatient clinical setting. The ideal candidate will provide excellent customer service, strong communication skills, and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. The position will require travel to Chicago, Oak Brook, Joliet, Westchester, and Munster, IN. Assist physician and providers with the flow of patients during clinic days. Take health history and reason for visit, onset of issue, current pain medications. Reconcile medications, allergies, personal history and family history for all new patients. Assist physician with office procedures. Removes staples, sutures, and external fixation devices as directed by the physician. Performs routine laboratory tests, collect/assist with the collection of specimens, send collected specimens out to Quest Diagnostic Labs for processing. Assists in collecting pre-operative clearance notes, labs, and EKGs to prepare for surgery Assists in creating pre-surgery packets. Communicated with patients to answer common clinical questions and coordinate with the care team. Completes disability, FMLA forms, and parking placards. Completes prior authorizations for medications. Communicates to administrative assistant any procedure authorizations needed. Documents information in patients' charts. Cleans exam rooms between patients, as well as clean and stock at the end of the day. High school diploma or equivalent. Prior experience in orthopedics or a related field Good verbal and written communication and writing skills. Willing to travel as required. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

~ Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required

Pay Range: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour.

Compensation at MOR is determined by many factors, which may include but are not limited to, job-related skills and level of experience, education, certifications, geographic location, market data and internal equity. Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance. ~ Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays. ~ Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance. ~ Voluntary life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance. ~ Employee Assistance Program (EAP). ~ Tax-Advantaged Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA). ~ Tuition Reimbursement. ~ Excellent working relationship with prestigious group of physicians in Orthopedics in the US and #1 in Illinois and Indiana.

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader.