Medical Assistant
Company: Planned Parenthood of Illinois
Location: Champaign
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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Job Description:
Just a few of the Benefits enjoyed by PPIL employees...-Company
subsidized premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance-Up to
12 weeks Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees-Generous Paid
Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays-Mission focused work-401k with
employer matching-100% company-paid Life Insurance-100%
company-paid Short and Long Term Disability Coverage-Robust
Employee Assistance Program-Professional Development awards and
opportunities-Flexible Spending Accounts-Free Medical Services at
PPIL-Pet InsuranceThis position includes a
sign-on/retention/competency bonus of $2,000 that is paid
throughout the first year of employment ($500 on the first
paycheck).Planned Parenthood of Illinois is compliant with Governor
Pritzker's 8/26/21 Executive Order covering Healthcare Workers.
Furthermore, all staff at Planned Parenthood of Illinois are
required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by 10/15/21.
Planned Parenthood of Illinois is an equal opportunity employer and
reasonable accommodations will be provided based on religious
beliefs and to those with disabilities. Hourly rate: $18.15The
Medical Assistant performs the basic duties of a medical assistant
such as, maintaining medical records and logs, also performing
routine clerical duties, and responding to patient inquiries and
needs including fee assessment and insurance coverage, also basic
lab work. This position works under the supervision of the Health
Center Manager. Essential Functions:1. Practice a customer-oriented
approach to health care delivery. Ensure through a professional and
open manner that each patient receives the care and information she
needs.2. In accordance with CLIA and OSHA guidelines, demonstrate
proficiency in use of autoclave and routine laboratory tests, such
as phlebotomy, Urine GC/CT, Rapid HIV, pregnancy tests, and
Hemocue.3. Demonstrate proficiency while performing check-in
duties, schedule patient appointments using Appointment Requestor,
maintain medical records and logs, and otherwise respond to patient
inquiries and needs.4. Participate in health center efforts:-for
compliance with organizational quality assurance guidelines and
pertinent government regulations including OSHA and CLIA-in
achievement of medical visit and productivity goals -in attainment
of annual health center fiscal goals in revenue, expenses, and
contribution margin5. Assist in the provision of contraceptive
supplies, and provide information and instructions for their use,
as appropriate and delegated by the Health Center Manager and
medical staff.6. In compliance with OSHA and CLIA guidelines,
provide recovery room assistance (as applicable), contraception
education, and appropriate documentation.7. Assist in the clerical
and informational tasks related to proper follow-up of patients
according to the protocols and procedures of PPIL.8. Be responsible
for the maintenance of an efficient, clean and comfortable Health
Center facility.9. Participate, as assigned, in routine Health
Center chart audits and quality assurance procedures.10. Provide
support and direction to Health Center volunteers as needed and
directed by the Health Center Manager. 11. Take personal
responsibility to remain informed about family planning methods,
abortion and other services offered by PPIL, and PPIL protocols,
policies and procedures, to give regular feedback to the Health
Center Manager regarding training and continuing education
needs.12. Through these activities demonstrate an understanding of
and commitment to PPIL core values of access, activism, care,
confidentiality, diversity, excellence, integrity, respect,
self-determination, and stewardship; practice these values in
relations with internal and external customers.13. Other duties as
assigned.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing
the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to
stand, walk, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to
use hands and fingers to handle, or feel and reach. The employee is
occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift
and/or move up to 25 pounds. Supervisor: Health Center
ManagerStatus: Full Time. Non-exempt from the overtime provisions
of the wage and salary regulations.Qualifications:Education: High
School Diploma or GED. Certified Medical Assistant or equivalent
experience preferred. Additional training and/or education in
reproductive health is desirable.Experience: Previous professional
experience with the provision of family planning services is
preferred. Previous medical laboratory and/or counseling experience
desirable, as well as familiarity with computer databases.Personal
& Professional Qualities: Commitment to the efficient and
customer-oriented provision of services, as well as a commitment to
the operating goals of Planned Parenthood of Illinois.Excellent
communication skills. Ability to communicate with patients, the
public, staff, and volunteers in a professional, warm, and
sensitive manner. Bi-lingual ability in Spanish is helpful.High
energy level, organizational skills and attention to detail
required. Willingness to participate in a team approach to health
care.Must be willing and able to work a schedule that may include
evening and weekend hours, and to work at other PPIL centers if
needed.Planned Parenthood works affirmatively to include diversity
among its workforce and does not discriminate in the selection of
its staff based on factors including but not limited to race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation,
gender identity, disability, income, marital status or any other
characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. We
encourage diverse candidates to apply for this position.
Keywords: Planned Parenthood of Illinois, Champaign , Medical Assistant, Healthcare , Champaign, Illinois
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