Medical Assistant - Rheumatology

Job DetailsJob Location: University (LLC) - Champaign, IL 61820Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $17.53 - $24.10 HourlyJob Shift: 1st ShiftJob Category: Medical AssistingChristie Clinic's department of Rheumatology is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant (Sign-On Bonus Available) from Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm at the University clinic in Champaign, with no night or weekend requirements. Duties include performance of skills through the delivery of patient care using a systematic patient assessment. Certified Nurse Assistant Certificate and/or graduation from an accredited program for medical assistants and previous healthcare experience is preferred. Job Qualifications and ExpectationsJOB DUTIES: (This list may not include all of the duties assigned.) Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments prior to appointment.  Clean and restock following appointment.  Assist patient to exam room, take vitals, weight and height of patient.  Enter information into the electronic medical record. Maintain and update patient medical record upon visit including allergies, medications, etc. and enter into the electronic medical record. Flag appropriate room for provider to see patient. Assist with procedures during appointment. Fax forms, orders to nursing homes, etc. as directed by nurse.  Sort faxes and distributes appropriately. Check refrigerator temperature (for insulins, injectables, immunizations, etc.) to ensure stability. Code MSR’s on a daily basis. Perform related work as required. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Previous healthcare experience Graduation from an accredited program for certified nursing assistants or certified medical assistants CERTIFICATE/LICENSE:  CPR Certification TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Demands include sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, stretching and lifting up to 75 pounds.  Hearing within, or correctable to, normal range, vision correctable to 20/20 and manual dexterity for the operation of office equipment is required.    TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in a clinical setting with possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, hazardous waste, bodily fluids and other waste common to a health care environment.  Requirements may include working irregular hours. PAY AND BENEFITS: The estimated pay range for this position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related criteria.  We also offer a substantial benefits package, including: ·   Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal, Holiday, Birthday) ·   Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account ·   401k Plan ·   Medical Flexible Spending Account ·   Health Insurance ·   Group Term Life Insurance ·   Dental Insurance ·   Identity Theft Protection ·   Vision Insurance ·   Long Term Disability ·   Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance