Full Time Medical Assistant for Urgent Care Center

Job description

PromptMed Urgent Care (www.MyPromptMed.com) is currently seeking Medical Assistants (MA) in the company’s NEW urgent care center location in Highland Park, 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. Open position schedule: Thursday 8am-8pm, Friday 8am-8pm, Wednesday 2pm-8pm, alternating weekends 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 clinical, triage, administration, etc.
• Escort patients to and from exam rooms.
• Sweep, mop, dust, vacuum, disinfect, stock supplies, etc. as needed.
• Perform all other duties as 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

Salary: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• $500 SIGN ON BONUS!
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Urgent Care

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Work setting:

• Clinic
• Outpatient

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Medical Assistant (Required)

Work Location: One location

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Urgent Care

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Rotating weekends

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
• Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Highland Park, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $22