Full-Time Medical Assistant for NEW Urgent Care Center

PromptMed Urgent Care (www.MyPromptMed.com) is currently seeking Medical Assistants (MA) in the company’s soon-to-open NEW urgent care center located in Grayslake, Illinois. For full-time positions, the MA will typically work 4 scheduled shifts a week, rotating 12, 8 and 6-hour shifts among MAs (including a fair share of evening, weekend and holiday shifts). This opportunity affords working in a brand new, fully-equipped urgent care medical facility, which includes electronic medical records, an onsite digital X-ray suite and laboratory, and fully functional exam and procedure rooms. HOURS FOR THIS POSITION: Wednesday 2pm-8pm, Thursday & Friday 8am-8pm, Alternating Saturday & Sunday 9am-5pm.

COMPANY:

PromptMed Urgent Care is a premier, fast-growing independent operator of neighborhood walk-in medical clinics located in Lake County, IL. PromptMed delivers high-quality, timely and affordable care in a convenient setting for those seeking immediate medical treatment for sudden illness or injury. The Company operates a fully-equipped, state-of-the-art licensed medical facility, utilizing the latest procedures and technologies, and is open Monday-Friday from 8:00am-8:00pm, and Saturday/Sunday from 9:00am-5:00pm, 363 days/year.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with triage of patients (taking vitals, documenting reason for visit, document patient history, allergies) and document all information into EMR system accurately.
• Assist provider with patient examination, procedures and treatments.
• Thoroughly educate and provide explanation of procedures to patients and family members as directed.
• Perform basic medical procedures and tests under provider supervision (i.e. injections, strep test, flu tests, ear flush, EKG’s, spirometry, splinting fractures and sprains).
• Prepare and stock exam rooms prior to patient visit setting it up with appropriate items needed based on reason for the visit as directed by provider and regulatory guidelines.
• Clean exam rooms after patient visit by washing and sterilizing medical instruments, discarding disposal materials or trash and prepare for the next patient. Following internal procedures and/or health care guidelines.
• Adheres to established policies and procedures in wearing personal protective equipment when performing duties (i.e. gloves, masks, goggles).
• Answer patient call-in questions and direct as needed.
• Ensure that equipment is regularly checked for malfunctions and report all faults.
• Draw blood for lab work.
• Schedule patients for outside imaging studies, lab work and/or specialist appointments.
• Contact patients with test results within 24 hours of receiving results.
• Must work early and late shifts as needed and self-coordinate for any absences.
• Prepare office for opening and closing each day (i.e. patient rooms, lights, bathroom, alarm, trash).
• Maintain current knowledge and skills in clinical practice; attend required in-service training and continuing education to maintain professional certification.
• Assist in other departments as needed such as friend desk, clinical, triage, administration, etc.
• Escort patients to and from exam rooms.
• Sweep, mop, dust, vacuum, disinfect, stock supplies, etc. as needed.
• Perform all other tasks assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• 1-3 years experience in a physician office or ambulatory care setting preferred.
• Comfortable treating patients ages 6 months and older.
• Excellent bedside manner, strong people skills and a positive attitude/personality.
• Maintain an intense work ethic and be able to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Demonstrate skills and abilities in clinical, patient care and administrative areas.
• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Ability to assess patient’s symptoms and relay effectively and accurately to the provider.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and individually with little supervision and instruction.
• Sense of urgency in addressing patients and working with staff within all areas of the organization.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively and courteously collaborate with patients and families, management, clinical staff and physicians.
• Knowledge of computer functions and ability to navigate electronic medical record system.
• Organizational skills necessary to maintain efficient workflow.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive patient and employer information.
• Ability to adjust responsibilities to accommodate a fast-paced work environment while maintaining excellent customer service and staff interaction.
• Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish and English, both verbally and written.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

For full-time employees, we offer:

• Competitive hourly wage with perks and bonuses;
• Generous and robust benefits package, including: medical, dental and vision insurance; employer-paid life and personal accident insurance; 401(k) retirement plan (available to employees after one full year of service); and vacation/paid time off (PTO);
• Opportunity for continued growth as we expand.

APPLY:

Interested and qualified candidates, please apply and include your resume.

Note: We are a NON-SMOKING facility! We drug screen, fingerprint background check with national law enforcement agencies, verify all references and complete employment history.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Urgent Care

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $23