Medical Assistant Urology, Full-Time, Days at University of Chicago Medicine

Job DescriptionBe a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine as a Medical Assistant with our Urology team at our DCAM this role you will partner with the rest of the clinical team to provide patients the highest quality of care.Urologists at the University of Chicago Medicine provide treatment for a wide variety of urologic conditions in men and women. We believe in developing and using innovative and comprehensive treatments that safeguard your quality of life by preserving normal urinary and sexual function.In this role a Medical Assistant is an employee who performs a wide variety of patient care services under the direct supervision of a registered nurse advanced practice nurse (APN) or physician. Such services can involve therapeutic and/or diagnostic procedures.Essential Job Functions:Know and practice the University of Chicago Medical Centers Pride Values and Patient Centered Care Definition and Principles.Perform any or all duties involving direct patient care as assigned by the registered nurse or physician and within the scope of the Nursing policies and procedures.Appropriately implement and document patient and family education as delegated by the RN or physician.Obtain and record vital signs.Perform tests i.e. pregnancy tests urinalysis and hemocults etc. specific to the patient population.Document all aspects of patient care according to hospital policies and procedures.Perform phlebotomy services.Assist with collection of specimens. Perform labeling and logging of specimens in compliance with hospital standards.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:A completed High School diploma or equivalent from an accredited bodyA current certificate of cardiopulmonary resuscitation trainingMust have phlebotomy experienceExperience working in a community health settingCompletion of a certified/registered program for medical assistants that is recognized by the American Heart Association or American Red CrossPreferred Qualifications:Considerable skill in communicating verbally in determining priorities and in organizing work; ability to maintain an organized alphabetized filing systemGeneral working knowledge of PC. Excel Microsoft Word for windows OASIS and EPICComputerized appointment scheduling experienceAbility to handle stress in a fast-paced environmentConsiderable skill in handling sensitive public contacts with discretion tact and courtesy when dealing with patients coworkers and physiciansPhysical ability to perform stocking lifting and transporting supplies and instrumentsPosition Details:Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE)Shift: Days - 8:30 am - 5 pmWork Location: Onsite - DCAM Hyde ParkUnit/Department: UrologyCBA Code: Non-UnionIn this role we anticipate that you will generally work approximately 40 hours per week. We anticipate that you will generally be scheduled to work the day shift between the hours of 8:30 am - 5 pm and will not be scheduled for on-call shifts. We anticipate you will be scheduled to work 100% at the DCAM Clinic. The days of the week that you are scheduled will be Monday through Friday.Why Join UsWeve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion always mindful that each patient is a person an individual. To accomplish this we need employees with passion talent and commitment with patients and with each other. Were in this together: working to advance medical innovation serve the health needs of the community and move our collective knowledge forward. If youd like to add enriching human life to your profile UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront were doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at:UChicago Medicine Career OpportunitiesUChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color ethnicity ancestry sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status civil union status parental status religion national origin age disability veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.As a condition of employment all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical background check drug screening and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.Compensation & Benefits OverviewUChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine. Key Skills Abinitio,Administration And Accounting,Android,Bid Management,Inventory Management,Embedded C Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1