Certified Medical Assistant

About us

THRIVE Internal Medicine is a small business in Northbrook, IL 60062. We are a tight-knit inclusive team and our goal is to provide quality medical care in an unhurried, personalized setting.

Our work environment includes:

• Lively atmosphere
• Modern office setting
• Company perks

Warm and welcoming Direct Primary Care/Concierge practice is seeking a certified Medical Assistant to care for our patients and assist Internal Medicine physicians. We are an efficient, fast-paced small team who loves treating the whole person with the highest of standards. Our private practice opened March 14th, 2022.

The ideal candidate will be a responsible and well-trained professional able to give the best medical assisting care with little supervision. You will be compassionate and cool-tempered. You will be able to follow health and safety guidelines faithfully and consistently. The goal is to promote patient's well-being by providing high quality care.

Must have: Epic experience and be tech savvy as our office utilizes multiple apps for communication.

Responsibilities

• Triage patient calls and schedule patients appropriately
• Route patient calls and messages to physicians in a timely manner to ensure they are addressed quickly
• Communicate professionally and politely with patients via our text-based app and through phone calls
• Triage and room patients per practice guidelines and EPIC workflow
• Obtain and update patients history, chief complaint, drug and medical treatments and update in EPIC according to practice policies and guidelines
• Take standard vitals for each visit
• Ensure room is prepped and appropriate supplies are in place if needed
• Prepare injectables and administer via IM and SubQ routes
• Assist in office procedures
• Administer point of care tests such as urinalysis dipsticks, rapid strep, flu, covid, monospot and urine pregnancy
• Perform blood draws and prepare specimens for labs
• Perform EGKs as requested
• Assist patients with scheduling STAT tests
• Obtain refill authorization and dispense/call-in under the authorization of the physician and practice guidelines

Patient Education

• Ensure all patient education documents are up to date
• Answer patient questions when applicable and per physician instructions and triage calls
• Fill out all patient medical forms
• Provide teaching of blood pressure home monitoring and diabetic monitoring
• Provide assistance education for communication tools

Other

• Clean exam rooms
• Clean and sterilize equipment
• Perform inventory, restocking, and ordering of clinical and medical supplies
• Prepare exam rooms for patients
• Preauthorization and precertification of testing and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Proven experience as a certified Medical Assistant and certification from a recognized Medical Assisting program
• Excellent knowledge of medical terminology
• In-depth knowledge of HIPPA, health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times
• A team player
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Responsible and compassionate
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Patient
• Outstanding problem-solving skills

Job Type

Full-time

Salary

$22.00 - $26.00 per hour depending on experience

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties

Internal Medicine

Schedule

8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types

Completion bonus

COVID-19 considerations

Our practice takes all necessary COVID-19 precautions

Ability to commute/relocate

Northbrook, IL 60062: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education

High school or equivalent: Required

Experience

EMR systems: 2 years (Required)

Vital signs: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification

BLS Certification: Preferred

Certified Medical Assistant: Required

Work Location

One location

Job Type

Full-time

Pay

$22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty

Internal Medicine

Education

High school or equivalent: Required

Experience

EMR systems: 2 years (Required)

Vital signs: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification

BLS Certification: Preferred

Certified Medical Assistant: Required

Work Location

In person