Medical Assistant

Benefits:

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job Summary

Provides general medical care under the direction of a licensed provider to patients in an outpatient clinic setting. This position is at a primary clinic in Schaumburg IL. Please DISREGARD the header location.

Responsibilities

Obtain patient vitals, medical history, and reason for visit, and prepare the patient for a physical exam

Explain prescribed procedures and treatments to patients

Ensure all ordered tests are performed accurately and in a timely manner

Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with the approved procedure

Draw blood and preparation labs for reference lab processing and/or in-house processing

Perform laboratory tests, lab-quality controls, and equipment maintenance according to written instructions

Respond to all lab messages and call back requests

Perform all drug screening procedures in accordance with established rules and regulations

Ensure patient immunizations are well documented and administered in accordance with the approved procedure

Conduct physician referrals as well as service pre-certifications on an as-needed basis

Prepare exam rooms; sterilize instruments, equipment, and supplies for procedures

Maintain complete and accurate documentation

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. AMT registered and AAMA Certified Medical Assistants are preferred.