Description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Medical Assistant supports the provider in many aspects of the office encounter. Works under the supervision of the Practice Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs vitals, rooms patients and gathers specimens.
• Documents necessary information in the EMR.
• Collects specimens, performs in-office lab testing and prepares specimens for outside labs.
• Assists with in-office patient procedures per protocol and training.
• Contributes to the daily upkeep of office space and equipment.
• Demonstrates and supports PediaTrust Core Values.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs cleaning and disinfection of instruments and equipment based on practice protocol.
• Performs digital health workflows and initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Minimum High School Diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• Strong knowledge and level of comfort with EPIC or other EMR system preferred

Required Length & Type of Experience:

• One year of experience in a clinical environment
• Computer literacy

Required Certification, Licenses, Registration:

• CPR certification
• Certification as a Medical Assistant preferred

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical and environmental demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Some travel required
• Bending and Lifting
• Walking
• Exposure to infectious disease
• Exposure to biohazards and other hazardous materials

WHO WE ARE

We're Different

PediaTrust is a united group of pediatric practices that serve Chicago-area families. Our practices take a unique approach to providing pediatric care: Our priority is you and taking the time to listen and earn your trust. It’s the kind of personal connection families don’t always find at large hospitals or corporate-owned medical groups. We believe there’s a better way - and it starts with being a trusted partner in keeping your kids healthy.

Individualized Care

Our doctors are empowered to provide your family with the individualized, personal care you’d expect from a small practice. We take the time to truly listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and provide the best care…because we want to be your pediatrician partners at every visit, for every child, at every stage.

Advanced Care and Resources

With 70 clinicians and growing across our practices, PediaTrust has the scale and the expertise to ensure your family has access to the latest technologies and specialties in pediatrics, all under the PediaTrust umbrella – including experts in nutrition and counseling for mental health. Working together, we offer you the best, most up-to-date care for your kids.

We’re Close to Home

PediaTrust has multiple locations in the Chicagoland area to serve you, and we offer extended hours at many of our locations for immediate care needs.

Our Goal is Our Name

At PediaTrust, we measure ourselves in one way: By earning the trust of each family who comes to us. And we work to keep that trust for each child, from birth to the beginning of a happy, healthy adulthood.

Our Mission, Vision and Core Values

PediaTrust has had a singular mission since our founding in 2012: To provide exceptional pediatric care based on the principles of compassion, collaboration, excellence, and trust. That mission supports our vision for PediaTrust to be the leading independent pediatric practice in the Chicagoland region.

Clinical Excellence

We are committed to providing patients with high-quality, evidence-based care.

Collaboration

We work together with mutual respect and a shared purpose.

Compassion

We ensure every interaction is grounded in empathy and kindness.

NOTE: The above stated duties are intended to outline those functions typically performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This description of duties is not intended to be all-inclusive or to limit the discretionary authority of supervisors to assign other tasks of similar nature or level of responsibility.