Medical Assistant, Dermatology, Full-Time, Days

Position Overview

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine as a Medical Assistant in the Dermatology clinic. In this role you will partner with the clinical team to provide patients the highest quality of care. You will perform a wide variety of patient care services under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice nurse (APN) or physician, including therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

Additionally, the position details include Schedule: Days, 7:30am-6:00pm for 2 days and 9:00am-7:30pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays with one rotating off day, and Location: Onsite at the Hyde Park campus in the Dermatology Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Know and practice the University of Chicago Medical Center's Pride Values and Patient Centered Care Definition and Principles.
• Perform any or all duties involving direct patient care as assigned by the registered nurse or physician and within the scope of the Nursing policies and procedures.
• Appropriately implement and document patient and family education as delegated by the RN or physician.
• Obtain and record vital signs.
• Perform tests (e.g., pregnancy tests, urinalysis, hemoccult) specific to the patient population.
• Document all aspects of patient care in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Perform phlebotomy services.
• Assist with the collection of specimens.
• Perform labeling and logging of specimens in compliance with hospital standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• A completed High School diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• A current certificate of cardiopulmonary resuscitation training.
• Phlebotomy experience.
• Experience working in a community health setting.
• Completion of a certified/registered program for medical assistants recognized by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong verbal communication skills, ability to determine priorities, and organize work; must be able to maintain an organized, alphabetized filing system.
• General working knowledge of PC, Excel, Microsoft Word for Windows, OASIS, and EPIC.
• Experience with computerized appointment scheduling.
• Ability to handle stress in a fast-paced environment.
• Discretion, tact, and courtesy when dealing with sensitive public contacts including patients, coworkers, and physicians.
• Physical ability to perform tasks such as stocking, lifting, and transporting supplies and instruments.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: Offered at hire will vary based on candidate qualifications, experience, and organizational considerations, with pay ranges reflective of current market data.
• UChicago Medicine offers a competitive package that includes comprehensive benefits, such as health, dental, retirement, and paid time off. For eligible roles, review the full complement of benefit options at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.