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Medical Assistant - Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Foundation
Streeterville, Chicago, IL
Full-time
Part-time

Description

1. Performs phlebotomy as directed by Physician orders.2. Administers intramuscular injections, subcutaneous injections, intradermal skin testing, topical medications and ophthalmic drops.

3. Works in conjunction with other staff to maximize clinic flow.4. Intervenes appropriately in emergency situations.5. Documents work in patient record either in the Electronic Medical Record or the paper chart.

6. Provide back up support to front desk staff by scheduling patient visits and performing check-in, check out activities.

7. Perform initial portion of the exam by obtaining measurements and gathering a brief patient history.8. Assist Physicians with difficult exams.

9. Assists in the retrieval and delivery of medications and pharmaceutical products that are dispensed from the Pharmacy to the appropriate patient care provider / s in a timely manner.

10. Stocks and maintains the clinic area which includes changing needle boxes when 2 / 3 full11. Evaluates and documents changes to the plan whether that be in the Electronic Medical Record or in the paper chart.

12. Demonstrates knowledge of pertinent aspects and competency with protocols related to the use of chemical disinfection, high level disinfection, and sterilization if required at part of the responsibilities of the role.

13. Successful completion of an accredited medical assistant program. Some college preferred.14. Certification as a Medical Assistant preferred but not required (CMA, AAMA or RMA).

15. Basic Life Support Certification required. Education High School Diploma / GED (Required) Benefit Statement For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes : Medical, dental and vision insuranceEmployer paid group term life and disabilityEmployer contribution toward Health Savings AccountFlexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave403(b) with a 5% employer matchVarious voluntary benefits :

Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability

Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage

Tuition assistance

Student loan servicing and support

Adoption benefits

Backup Childcare and Eldercare

Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members

Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities

Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us At Lurie Children’s we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond.

We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care. Support email :

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