Medical Assistant - Pediatrics

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Hiring Department: Pediatrics

Location:??Peoria, IL

Posting Close Date: 10/28/24

On-Site Work – Not Remote

Description:

The Medical Assistant (Credentialed/Certified) is responsible for assisting in the daily activities of the clinic operation, performing a variety of clinical and clerical tasks in an outpatient clinical setting. Primary responsibilities include taking vital signs, putting patients in rooms, reviewing Electronic Health Record (EHR) to ensure completeness of medical record and assisting the provider or nurse with treatments.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care tasks such as the following: Works under the direction of physician, APN and nursing staff. Registers patients on arrival, making sure the registration information is correct within the Electronic Health Record (EHR). Guides patients to exam rooms and prepares the patient and room for the provider. Obtains and documents patient’s vital signs in the EHR. Analyzes and organizes the patient’s medical record within the EHR prior to the provider completing the patient exam. Takes medical health history by interviewing patient and/or family. Assures the EHR is complete and includes any recent labs, tests, or procedures that were completed at outside agencies. Obtains missing documentation and documents completely and accurately. Completes in-office labs, tests and injections as directed by the provider. Takes telephone messages and provides feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy calls. Teaches the patient in specific healthcare topics.
• Performs in-direct patient care tasks such as the following: Receives and processes messages from patients and front office staff to providers. Authorizes prescription refills as directed by providers. Submits prescriptions to pharmacies via telephone, fax or e-scribe. Collects and prepares laboratory specimens. Cleans the examining rooms and medical equipment. Orders new supplies and equipment for the clinic; stocks exam rooms. Manages specialty referrals and assists with prior authorizations. Enters and updates patient vaccine records in the I-CARE registry. Schedules surgeries and diagnostic procedures.
• Performs clerical duties such as the following: Keeps patient files, medical records, and laboratory results. Enters data from monitoring systems such as medication refrigerators and other quality or safety data. Assists with Quality Improvement (QI) projects. Assists with the handling and routing of office mail.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

?Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent
• Possession of a current/valid medical assistant certification by an approved certifying board as defined by the employing institution

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FY25 Benefit Booklet: ?https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee/fy2025-benefit-choice-resources.html

NOTE:? Each posting requires a separate on-line application. Applications cannot be re-used.?? Submission of application including complete work and education history is required; all information submitted will be verified.??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. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/one.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=5705?to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The University of Illinois conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. As an EOE/AA employer, the University of Illinois encourages applications from individuals regardless of an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, and Veteran or disability status. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation at https://jobs.uic.edu/request-and-accomodation/