Certified Medical Assistant Pediatric Outpatient Full-time Days

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? Job Description

**Please note: This position requires High School Diploma or equivalent, Medical Assistant Certification and CPR – Basic Life Support.** The

The Certified Medical Assistant - Pediatrics

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 Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is a multi-skilled worker who assumes a wide range of clinical and administrative roles within the physician office setting. Under the supervision of a Physician and/or the direction of a licensed nurse, the CMA provides direct and indirect patient care, performs laboratory and other testing, and may assist with clerical functions. The CMA serves as a key team player when interacting and communicating with patients and/or clinical staff in the ambulatory care environment. Responsibilities: Under the supervision of healthcare provider, assists with performing patient treatments Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection. Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition. Documents patient care given Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting. Maintains examination area May perform administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, billing, and patient registration. Qualifications

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent Medical Assistant Certification CPR – Basic Life Support Preferred: Associate’s Degree Proficient in a second language Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) 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. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Click on or copy and paste URL to your browser to view detailed benefits information NorthwesternMedicine Career Page

Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings. If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed:

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus.

Exception

: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible. Job Shift: Day Job (1st)Salary Range Minimum : $21.31Salary Range Maximum: $26.64 Compensation: USD 21.31 - USD 26.64 - hourly