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Medical Assistant

TCA
  • Chicago, Illinois
    2 days ago

    Job Description

    Job Title: Medical Assistant

    Pay Range:  $17.50 - $20 per hour.
    Department: Clinical
    About TCA

    TCA Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center located on Chicago's far south side has been a provider of innovative, accessible, and quality primary care, dental, behavioral health services and more to Chicagoland's underserved communities for over 50 years! The culture at TCA Health is one of service and commitment. Our team of dedicated professionals is the reason why TCA Health continues to be one of Chicago’s leading Federally Qualified Healthcare Centers.

     

    TCA VALUES

    TCA C.A.R.E.S.

    ·        Compassion: We are kind, considerate, and caring.

    ·        Accountability: We take ownership for each person’s experiences.

    ·        Respect: We treat each person with dignity.

    ·        Excellence: We seek the highest level of performance in all we do.

    ·        Service: We deliver high - quality services and access to care that uplifts our communities.

     
    POSITION SUMMARY
     
    The Medical Assistant provides quality healthcare to patients including assisting in examination and treatment under the direction of a physician.
     
    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Practices independently and as needed, collaborates with nurse practitioners or supervises physician assistants, and/or other health care providers.
    • Assists Physicians/NPs/PAs/Nurses in providing quality health care to patients.
    • Ensures appropriate forms for documentation are included in medical records.
    • Collect patient data by measuring vital signs (Blood Pressure, Pulse, Temperature, Respirations, Weight) for adult and pediatric patients.
    • Records information in the electronic medical record.
    • Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
    • Maintains inventory and assists with ordering medical supplies and materials.
    • Gives injections or treatments and performs routine laboratory tests under physician instructions.
    • Maintains and sanitizes medical instruments and examination rooms as required by TCA Health, OSHA, and other regulatory agencies.
    • Abides by all HIPPA HIPAA guidelines in protection protecting patient privacy.
    • May assist with appointment schedules and record maintenance.
    • Keys data into computer to update patient records.
    • May Provide health Screenings and assist in the community as needed
    • Sanitize and sterilize instruments and equipment
    • Inventory and ordering of medical and office supplies
    • Regular and reliable attendance.
    • Perform other duties as assigned
    EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
    • Medical Assistant Diploma/Certification of training from an accredited school or association
    • Current BLS Certification
    • Certified or Registered Medical Assistant preferred, but not required.
    • Minimum of one (1) year experience in Family Practice.
    • Able to work independently.
    • Willing to travel to other sites as necessary.
    • Able to adapt to change and maintain a professional demeanor.
    • Able to handle a fast-paced diverse workplace in a team environment.
    • Excellent interpersonal/oral communication skills.
    Benefits
    At TCA Health, we believe that you, our Employees, are our most important asset. Helping you and your family achieve and maintain good health—physical, emotional, and financial—is the reason TCA Health offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.
    • Medical Insurance (4 plan options)
    • Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
    • Vision
    • LTD (company paid)
    • Life AD&D (company paid)
    • 401k with employer match
    • PTO
    • Paid Holidays
    • Other voluntary benefits through Aflac
    • And More...
     
    Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. without sponsorship.
     
     
     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationChicago, Illinois
    Websitehttps://www.tcahealth.org/careers/
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