Certified Medical Assistant - Float Pool Full time Days $2,000 sign on bonus

Certified Medical Assistant – Float Pool Full Time Days $2,000 sign on bonus

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week. Must be available between 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (8‑hour shifts).

Responsibilities

• Scheduled hours will vary and are dependent on the needs within the organization; must be flexible with scheduled start and end times with minimal notice to fill immediate staffing needs in various locations.
• Will support medical clinics throughout Northwestern Medicine and must be flexible to travel locally as needed.
• Assures efficient patient flow through the site: escorts patient to exam room, identifies patient with two identifiers, prepares patient for examination, obtains accurate vital signs per organization standards, documents reason for visit, updates allergies, smoking history and pharmacy information, promptly informs provider and registered nurse of any significant change in vital signs or acute symptoms, anticipates/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/or CLIA waived testing as directed by provider.
• Provides high quality care by preparing and stocking all exam rooms in the treatment area by following established protocols for disinfecting and sterilizing equipment and instruments, participating in environmental safety rounds, maintaining vaccine/medication inventory, monitoring and maintaining equipment and instruments according to clinic guidelines, assisting in ordering supplies and correctly disposing of all expired items, adhering to office opening and closing procedures.
• Functions as an integral part of the patient care team and promotes patient satisfaction by interacting with patients in a professional, friendly manner: accepts and performs delegated responsibilities in a positive manner, offers assistance to others, attends and participates in staff meetings, communicates appropriately and effectively with patients and the patient care team.
• Performs delegated procedures common to the specialty area in a safe, effective, and efficient manner (see specialty practice addendum).
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.
• NM employees are not eligible for sign‑on bonus.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current certification in one of the following or must have written proof of meeting candidate eligibility requirements for writing one of the five eligible certification exams (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA, NRCMA). Accepted documentation:
  • New MA graduates within six (6) months from date of graduation from an MA program must submit a letter from the school or certifying body.
  • Non‑certified MAs or new graduates past six (6) months from date of graduation from an MA program must submit a letter from the certifying body.
• Within first six months of employment, will complete one of the following certifications after up to two test attempts:
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
  • Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through American Medical Technologists (AMT)
  • National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
  • Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) through the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
  • Signed acknowledgement during onboarding that certification must be attained within six (6) months, as a condition of employment
  • American Heart Association accredited Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification.
• Zero (0) to two (2) years’ experience in a relevant role.
• Strong computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal‑opportunity employer (disability, VETS) 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.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

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

Sign‑On Bonus Eligibility

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.