Aunt Martha's Health and Wellness boldly commits to supporting the well-being of our communities, ensuring equity in access and delivering exceptional care inspired by a culture of innovation.
We are taking a responsible approach to creating environments that allow us to do what we do best-provide healthcare and wellness.
As a part of our commitment to health and safety, COVID-19 vaccines are required for all employees, as well as all newly hired employees.
We require documentation upon hire.Aunt Martha's Community Health Center in Humboldt Park HospitalSUMMARY The purpose of this position is to provide clinical and administrative support services in the ambulatory care setting.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:Apply correct and up-to-date pharmacological principles in administering medication and perform venipuncture and administer immunizations for adults and pediatric populations.
Perform basic patient care with consideration for age and developmental stage needs.Prepare for the initial care of the patients by rooming patients, taking vital signs (height, weight, blood pressure, temperature, respirations) and completing patient history.Complete waive testing and specimen collections as required.Respond to internal and external customer needs in a positive manner (smile and greet, positive demeanor), exceeding their needs and expectations in order to provide the highest quality service and ensure the best possible outcomes.Review and prep medical chart and quality measure requirements in preparation of patient visit.Perform daily set up of examination rooms, including checking for cleanliness, stocking of supplies and review for Joint Commission compliance.Screen patients without appointments and present medical information to the RN Health Administrator and/or Provider.Respond to patient, pharmacy, hospital and physician inquiries by telephone, fax and email.Assist with scheduling patient appointments as necessary.Completes all assigned administrative/phone messages, and patient case tasks within the electronic record system by the close of business.Practice standard universal precautions, including proper hand washing technique, in caring for the patient as well as in administering medications and performing or assisting with procedures.Perform all other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty, responsibilities, essential functions and key competencies satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEMedical Assistant - Completion of a Medical Assistant program (diploma or certificate) Certified Medical Assistant - Completion of a Medical Assistant program (diploma or certificate) and registered/certified through passing the AMT Certification exam.OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:Ability to work late evening hoursAbility to work some weekend hoursAbility to work some holidaysAbility to travel to and work at other clinics as neededBilingual skills (English/Spanish) required Aunt Martha's is an equal opportunity employer.
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.