Medical Assistant (Orthopedics & Cast Room)

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, with locations in Chicago and the Western Suburbs, is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. The physicians of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush have received specialized training in orthopedic surgery and in subspecialty areas within the field of orthopedic medicine and can diagnose and treat even the most complicated and rare musculoskeletal conditions. The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked Top 10 in the nation by U.News and World Report. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush 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 dedicated and patient focused Medical Assistant to join our orthopedic team. We are a busy outpatient medical office looking for an individual who excels in an environment where teamwork and patient care are highly valued. Responsibilities include assisting physicians and clinical staff in the full scope of orthopedics services. Duties include casting, splinting, dressing changes, wound care, and phlebotomy. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, with no weekends or holidays. Position based out of the Chicago clinic. Perform phlebotomy and venipuncture; Remove sutures and staples and provide wound care and dressing changes as directed by the physician. Prepare and fit orthopedic braces and durable medical equipment (DME); Teach patients how to care for casts, splints, dressings, and DME, following provider instructions. Prepare treatment rooms, clean between patients, restock supplies, maintain inventory, and assist with ordering and purchase orders. Assist with rooming patients and clinic flow as needed; Travel to other MOR clinic locations as needed and perform other related duties as assigned. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required At least two years of hands-on clinical experience as a Medical Assistant or in a comparable patient-care role. Demonstrated experience in phlebotomy, suture and staple removal, and wound care. Preferred experience in orthopedics, casting, splinting, bracing, or DME, with willingness to develop additional orthopedic skills. Pay Range: $22.00 - $27.00 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. Quarterly Bonus Incentives

• 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.