Medical Assistant (Credentialed/Certified) - DOM Call Center, College of Medicine

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Feb 15, 2025
Medical Assistant (Credentialed/Certified) - DOM Call Center, College of Medicine Medical Assistant (Credentialed/Certified) - DOM Call Center, College of Medicine Hiring Department: DOM Administration Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1028647 FTE: 1 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Shift: Days # of Positions: 1 Workplace Type: On-Site Posting Close Date: February 27, 2025 Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $24.34 - 26.35 / Hourly Wage About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Under the direction of the Department Information Supervisor, the Certified Medical Assistant will perform various clinical and clerical tasks needed at the Department of Medicine Call Center and affiliated clinical locations. Duties & Responsibilities: DOM Call Center task to schedule, register, and check in patients related to the IDOC program and any other Medicine programs as assigned. Accurately complete the medication reconciliation prior to visits and confirm upcoming clinic visits with site staff. Float to provide coverage in Department of Medicine offsite clinics. Register and check all patients in and out of the Clinic. Ensure that an appropriate setup is needed for each patient and each exam room. Clean and sterilize any equipment as needed. Perform phlebotomy and lab preparation. Assure medical records are available for the physician prior to patient appointments and testing procedures. Take patient vitals, i.e., blood pressure, temperature, height, weight, etc. as needed. Answer any questions the patient may have. Inform the physician of abnormal results as needed Responsible for greeting all patients and confirming appointments, authorizations, and insurance information. Assist Nurses with responding to patient inquiries. Assure that all information is accurate. Refer to the Director or Nurse as needed. Coordinate with other clinics as needed. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required: High school graduation or equivalent. Possession of a current/valid certification as a Certified Medical Assistant by an approved certifying board as defined by the employing institution. The approved certifying boards include; American Association of Medical Assistant (AAMA), American Medical Technologists (AMT), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCTI) and/or National Health career Association (NHA). Possession of a current/valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support CPR Certification. To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment. 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