Right Now Medical Assistant (Credentialed/Certified) Full-Time - Southern Illinois University School of Medicine : Job Details

Salary: $30.00 HourlyLocation : Springfield, ILJob Type: Extra HelpJob Number: MA agency 2Department: SIU HealthCare Core-SMSOpening Date: 07/19/2024Closing Date: ContinuousFLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: AFSCME Local 370Shift: DaysExemptorNon_Exempt: ExemptDescriptionAs a member of our Right Now Program, you'll have the opportunity to work on a temporary basis in one of our esteemed clinical departments. We're seeking dedicated Medical Assistant (Credentialed/Certified) who thrive in dynamic environments and value flexibility in their day-to-day schedules. In this role, the incumbent will provide just-in-time coverage for clinics experiencing volume increases or last-minute call outs. Variable placements can be in 4 hour of full day increments.

• Flexible scheduling options
• $30 per hour (*not benefit eligible)
• Experience in academic medicine

Program participation has a maximum of 900 hours / 26 weeks / 6 months. Examples of Duties

maintains medical records in Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems, reviews and prepares EHR to ensure completeness prior to patient exam, obtains missing documentation; documents medical visits, observations, and related activities;

performs direct patient care tasks such as the following:

responds to patient telephone inquiries giving factual information according to the nature of the question; secures patient information about illness and health problems

greets patient, checks appointment, updates patient information, demographics and insurance cards, and makes sure the patient's medical records are available to the physicians, nurse practitioners, or other healthcare providers

escorts or arranges to have patient escorted to examination or treatment room

completes and records patient's blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, measures baby's head circumference and other data on appropriate medical chart

discusses with the patient the reason for his/her visit and records symptoms on the chart

administers basic tests as designated by healthcare provider, such as EKG, spirometry, pulse oximetry, ear wash, Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), etc.

administers approved injections per appropriate protocol

instructs the patient in certain aspects of health care as directed by the physicians, nurse practitioners, or other healthcare providers

relays information to the patient regarding preparation for various types of exams and the location of laboratories, pharmacy, and other treatment areas

assists physicians, nurse practitioners, or other healthcare providers with conducting diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, e.g., drapes patient for exams and treatments, sets up treatment tray to be used in an examination, holds and hands various instruments to the doctor, adjusts lights or treatment tables, procures proper IUD for patient insertion, applies or removes simple bandages or dressings, and removes stitches and/or staples after the site has been inspected by a physician, nurse practitioner, other healthcare providers or a clinic nurse;

performs in-direct patient care tasks such as the following:

Per institutional direction, writes and/or enters orders into the EHR, following doctors' orders, requisitions of laboratory tests and procedures, such as medicines, laboratory, and radiology

dispatches messages to other departments and makes appointments for patients requiring services in other departments or healthcare facilities, as requested by the medical staff

collects and prepares patients' specimens and returns them to the laboratory for analysis; also provides necessary follow-up work, such as checking on test results

collects and bags soiled linen in the examining room; sets-up procedure rooms

cleans and sterilizes equipment and supplies and maintains appropriate cleaning logs per appropriate protocol

receives new supplies from supply source; checks supplies delivered against request for shortages and breakage; records errors or damages detected; places items in proper storage location in supply room; stocks examining rooms, insuring that appropriate medications and supplies are available at all times

obtains pre-authorizations and referrals

participates or assists with initiatives to promote effective process design, development and implementation of EHR and other technologies; participates in improvement projects and on assigned committees;

performs clerical duties such as the following:

maintains patient files, medical records, treatment records, and laboratory results; completes patient charts as prescribed by physicians, nurse practitioners, or other healthcare providers

maintains records of monetary charges to patients and forwards them to the business office

compiles periodic statistical reports from records and other data, such as clinic attendance, the number of patients seen by each doctor, and the discharge service analysis

works with clerical support staff in sending out questionnaires, completing forms and organizing form letters to be sent out

provides routine request for patient information when the material is immediately available in the record, e.g., extraction of simple phrases and numerical data verbatim from records

witnesses patient signature for universal consent

Qualifications1) High School graduate or equivalent; AND2) Possession of a current/valid medical assistant certification (CMA, American Association of Medical Assistants; NCMA, National Center for Competency Testing; CCMA, National Healthcareer Associate; or RMA, American Medical Technologists); AND3) One year of Medical Assistant (Credentialed/Certified) work experience.Condition of Employment: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, an out-of-state resident who is hired into this position must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of their start date. Supplemental InformationIf you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at or call 217-###-#### Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education, patient care, research and service to the community.The SIU School of Medicine Annual Security Report is available online at This report contains policy statements and crime statistics for Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, IL. This report is published in compliance with Federal Law titled the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act. Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.Pre-employment background screenings required.Paid time off: Includes 13 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of servicePaid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall illHealth, Dental, and Life insuranceOptional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.Long-term Disability InsuranceFlexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollarsVoluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursementLeaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employeesEmployee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult timesFor more information please visit