Medical Assistant-Plastic Surgery Casual

Medical Assistant‑Plastic Surgery Casual Days

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The salary range for this position is $20.25 - $26.33 (Hourly Rate). Placement within the salary range depends on experience and internal equity. For union positions, placement follows collective bargaining rules.

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This is a Casual Medical Assistant position located on the Lake Forest hospital campus for the Plastic Surgery specialty. The position supports high volume days and covers vacation/sick leave. Clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

The Medical Assistant is a member of the health care team primarily responsible for supporting physicians, nurses, and licensed staff by facilitating efficient patient flow, administering patient care activities, and performing related administrative functions. The Medical Assistant ensures efficient clinic flow, maintains clean and safe patient areas, promotes patient satisfaction, and protects patient confidentiality.

• Assures efficient patient flow through the site:
  Escorts patient to exam room, identifies patient with 2 identifiers, and prepares patient for examination.
• Obtains accurate vital signs per organization standards.
• Documents reason for visit and updates allergies, smoking history, and pharmacy information.
• Informs the provider and registered nurse of significant changes in vital signs or acute symptoms.
• Anticipates and sets up equipment or supplies needed for visit.
• Cleans and prepares exam room for next patient.
• Responds to needs to expedite visits and maintain flow of patients and prioritize tasks accordingly.
• Assists practitioner with medical and surgical procedures in accordance with established protocols such as ECG, venipuncture, immunizations, setting up procedure trays, specimen collection, and CLIA waived testing as directed by provider.
• Prepares and stocks all exam rooms in treatment area following protocols for disinfecting and sterilizing equipment and instruments.
• Participates in environmental safety rounds.
• Maintains vaccine/medication inventory.
• Monitors and maintains equipment and instruments according to clinic guidelines.
• Assists in ordering supplies and disposes of expired items.
• Adheres to office opening and closing procedures.
• Accepts and performs delegated responsibilities in a positive manner.
• Offers assistance to others.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Communicates appropriately and effectively with patients and the patient care team.
• Performs delegated procedures common to the specialty area safely and efficiently.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.

• Written proof of meeting eligibility requirements for one of the five eligible certification exams (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA, NRCMA).
• Accepted documentation:
  New MA graduates within 6 months of graduation; non‑certified MAs or new graduates past 6 months provide letter from certifying body.
• Within first six months of employment, complete one of the following certifications after up to two test attempts:
  Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA).

• High school diploma or GED.
• American Heart Association accredited Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification.
• Signed acknowledgement during onboarding that certification must be attained within 6 months.
• Strong computer skills.

• Completion of accredited Medical Assistant training program.
• One to two years of ambulatory care experience.
• Experience with electronic medical record.

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while protecting against unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section for more information.