Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine as a Lead Medical Assistant with our Neurosciences Clinic team at our DCAM - Hyde Park campus. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicago land area. A Certified Medical Assistant performs a wide variety of supportive care services to patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or physician. Such services can be therapeutic or diagnostic procedures and/or administration of medication. The Lead CMA role provides clinical and administrative coverage for the Ambulatory setting, including the creation of daily staff schedules, performing service recovery, covering staffing gaps, and directing clinical flow. The Lead CMA interfaces with providers, clinical staff members and administrative staff members to ensure that each patient has an excellent experience in the clinic. Essential Job Functions Performs clinical care in the practice, including vitals, lab tests, aerosol nebulizations, administration of immunizations, care in urgent situations, and maintaining equipment and supplies. Provide clinical support and leadership for faculty and staff. Coordinates with staff and providers to enhance the quality of patient care. Coordinates daily schedule for rooms and clinical assignments and performs quality audits on MA rooming and charting process. Provides leadership in adapting to change and promoting cost-effective measures in the practice to assure proper use of time, supplies, and personnel. Active participant and informal leader in staff meetings. Collaborates with ambulatory leadership to implement new policy and procedure and workflows. Takes lead in the orientation of new clinical employees, participates in continuous Quality Improvement projects. Assists with data collection and shares responsibility for MDI board. Responsible for audits and quality control processes in the clinic, including but not limited to POC proficiency testing, fridge temperature, expiration date review, and maintenance of VFC program. Assesses and pursues education for own professional growth and development and promotes the professional growth of others by participating in recruitment, onboarding, and training of new staff members. Knows and practices the PRIDE values and promotes teamwork to create a positive work environment. Uses sincere greetings with providers, staff, and families, and owns and resolves service recovery with internal and external clients. Is aware of emergency procedures for their area and acts as a leader to staff in the case of emergencies. Appropriately escalates issues to management for any safety issues and protects University of Chicago property. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High school degree is required 1 year of experience within the UChicago Medicine health system. Experience in clinical specialty of the clinic preferred. Requires the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients of the clinic. Required knowledge and skill could have been acquired in an inpatient or home health setting but outpatient experience is preferred. Position Details Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE) Shift: Day Shift Work Location: Onsite - DCAM Unit/Department: Ambulatory Float CBA Code: Non-Union In this role, we anticipate that you will generally work approximately 40 hours per week. We anticipate that you will generally be scheduled to work the Day shift, from approximately 7:30 am - 4:00 pm and will not be scheduled for on-call shifts. We anticipate you will be scheduled to work 100% at the Hyde Park campus. The days of the week that you are scheduled will be Monday-Friday. You will not be scheduled to work on weekends.
Join the hospital trusted by Chicago’s Southland, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, in this role as a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) with the Behavioral Health department. Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $15,000! With the leadership of the Director and the Clinical Supervisor, The Behavioral Health RN performs assigned supportive work in connection with the delivery of patient care, including functional tasks and skills. Utilizes interactive processes which will exceed the expectation of patients, physicians, families or significant others, provides high quality, cost effective care and treatment. Demonstrates necessary skills and knowledge to provide care for patients according to unit specific competencies as appropriate to the age of the patients served, as delineated in the Center’s Scope of Care. Knows, follows and actively supports the philosophy, mission and Vision of Ingalls Hospital. Adheres to all hospital policies, procedures and standards of care. Observes and adheres to all corporate compliance requirements and communicates issues as they arise with the appropriate parties as identified in the Corporate Compliance Plan. Works in partnership with other Patient Care Team members; pro-actively assists physicians and identifies and provides for individual patient and family needs. Required Qualifications Must hold a current Illinois RN License Must hold a current BLS License Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, ADN is required Must have good knowledge of the principles and practice of psychiatric and addiction treatment Completes annual department competency checklist Facilitates assigned groups in ways which encourage and require maximum patient participation and interaction, appropriate to functional level of group members. Must have exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills when dealing with patients, families, physicians, and co-workers; ability to function in an extended team environment and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Prior experience working with patients with addiction issues. Preferred Qualifications Previous Behavioral Health or related experience providing care to patients within at least the last five years. Position Details Job Type/FTE: Full Time (0.9 FTE) Shift: Days, (12-HR Shifts) Unit/Department: Behavioral Health CBA Code: National Nurses Union (NNU) Work Location: Onsite
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine, as a Surgical Technologist I in the Labor & Delivery Department. As a Surgical Technologist I, you will be involved in process improvement or quality initiatives related to, but outside of, Perioperative Services. You will assist the nursing and medical staff in providing care to patients undergoing surgical intervention and performance of surgical scrub technologist duties; collaborates with nursing and other disciplines, when necessary, to revise the plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Has constant contact with the Operating Room staff, physicians, clerical staff, anesthesia staff and materials management. Essential Job Functions: Independently performs surgical scrub role on the operative field and is able to scrub in all services, adult and pediatric. Applies knowledge related to emergency and trauma situations and surgical procedures in the operating room. Demonstrates infection control practices by utilizing proper aseptic technique while dealing with blood/body fluid. Correctly uses all sterilizers and high level disinfectors related to surgical procedures; documents appropriately and maintains competencies, as required. In conjunction with Specialty Manager, Charge Nurse and Central Sterile Processing, demonstrates organizational skills in case preparation, case cart picking and accurate room set-up for instrument and tray contents in scheduled cases. Sets up instruments, supplies and equipment according to surgeon’s preference cards, policies and procedures and standards of care. Operates and troubleshoots video systems as needed. Works in collaboration with Administrative Coordinators, Specialty Managers, Clinical Engineering, and In-House Vendors to maintain video systems. Provides cost-effective care by proper use of equipment and instruments. Demonstrates appropriate utilization of supplies based on assessed needs, standard of care and surgeon’s preference cards. Demonstrates knowledge of immediate and long term outcomes of surgical activities including, but not limited to: sponge, needle and instrument count, aseptic technique, proper handling of specimens, proper labeling and handling of medications on sterile field and care of electrosurgical active electrodes and implants. In collaboration with Perioperative Educators and Managers, develops, organizes, and delivers continuing education topics and/or courses for operating room technologist colleagues and Central Sterile Processing staff. Assists in performing care of the surgical patient, including: Helps team to prepare room, helps open packs, supplies, and instrument sets, helps position patient, monitors sterile field, opens sterile supplies onto sterile field before procedure, performs counts, handles specimen(s), assists with emergency situations, and assures quality measures are met, such as Surgical Care Improvement Project (SCIP) core measures. In collaboration with Circulating RN, Specialty Manager and Charge Nurse, determines individual patient/surgeon needs and adjusts instrumentation and supplies according to those needs. Inventories and restocks supplies in individual OR suites and Specialty Service carts. Responsible for reviewing and updating preference cards in collaboration with the specialty team. In collaboration with Specialty Manager and Central Sterile Processing management team, acts as a liaison to Central Sterile Processing (CSP) in the maintenance of specialty instrumentation necessary to enhance the delivery of quality patient care for assigned service. Communicates with oncoming shift any pertinent information regarding patients or unit activities. Acts as a resource person to patients, visitors, physicians and other staff. Communicates to Scheduling Board Manager, Anesthesia Coordinator, Charge Nurse, Perioperative management team accurate and timely information regarding patient status and OR schedule. Consistently demonstrates leadership abilities in support of UCMC’s goals, including excellence in safety, quality and the patient experience. Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program Minimum (1-3) years of Operating Room experience required Preferred Qualifications: Interpersonal skills necessary to facilitate communication Basic knowledge and ability to perform surgical technologist skills, analytical skills necessary to interpret and communicate data relevant to direct patient care to RN and MD Ability to function as a member of the surgical team, carrying out the instructions of surgeons and of the Circulating RN with speed, accuracy, and concentration Able to prioritize daily activities Able to recognize and intervene in life threatening situations Able to maintain composure under stressful circumstances Demonstrates higher level critical thinking and problem solving skills, thinks on an organizational level Demonstrates a competent, courteous and professional manner with coworkers, physicians, visitors, patients and others Maintaining confidentiality in execution of all duties, and superior knowledge and expert practice in the scrub role in advanced surgical procedures Exhibits a high level of collaboration with peers in making decisions related to surgical patient care. Demonstrates critical thinking skills in relation to anticipating the perioperative needs of the patient and surgeon Able to perform repetitive and physically demanding tasks Able to wear lead aprons (ranging in weight from 10-25 pounds) for prolonged periods of time for protection from exposure to radiation Able to fulfill on-call responsibilities, being alert and ready to work in emergency situations Surgical Technologist II Licenses/Certifications: CST certification required Position Details: Job Type/FTE: Full Time (.90 FTE) Shift: Days, 7:00am-7:00pm w/ every other weekend requirement Work Location: Hyde Park Unit/Department: Birth Center CBA Code: Non-Union In this role, we anticipate that you will generally work approximately 36 hours per week. We anticipate that you will generally be scheduled to work the night shift, from approximately 7:00am to 7:00pm and will be scheduled for on-call shifts. We anticipate you will be scheduled to work 100% at the Hyde Park campus. The days of the week that you are scheduled will vary depending on the week, but we anticipate that you will be scheduled to work on weekends every other weekend.
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine Medical Group , as a Registered Nurse at our Harvey clinic. Here, you will work alongside our Neurology team. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. At UChicago Medicine, we have assembled a team of neurological experts who are highly skilled in evaluating and treating the most complex and challenging nervous system disorders – with and without surgery. A Registered Nurse, UCM Care Network, is responsible for providing professional nursing care for patients including assessment, treatment, care planning, and medical care evaluation by following established standards, protocols and practices. Assists physicians and staff in coordinating patient care. Functions as primary liaison between patients, staff and physicians. This position will be located in a community-based physician practice. Essential Job Functions Obtains patient consent for care and ensures patient confidentiality Obtains and documents health history, information on chief complaint, vital signs, and health risk factors and assesses disease condition Provides patient care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state laws and regulations Executes prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administers prescribed medications, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response Delegates as allowed under the Nurse Practice Act. Refers to/consults with physicians, other health providers, and community resources to prevent/resolve problems or concerns Educates patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions Documents patient assessment and intervention data using established medical record forms/automated systems and documentation practices Participates in multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes Tracks quality assurance data and monitors for acute and chronic care management Maintains/reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information Posts tests and examination results Responds to/refers incoming patient treatment-related phone calls Maintains patient confidentiality Performs other duties assigned Required Qualifications Must be an actively licensed Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois Minimum of one year professional nursing experience Completion of nursing training from an accredited school of nursing Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) Preferred Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in Nursing Prior clinic experience Position Details Job Type/FTE: Full-Time 1.0 FTE Shift: Days - 8 am – 5 pm Work Location: Onsite - Harvey Unit/Department: Neurology CBA Code: Non-Union
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine Medical Group , as a Medical Assistant at our Harvey clinic. Here, you will work alongside our Neurology team. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. At UChicago Medicine, we have assembled a team of neurological experts who are highly skilled in evaluating and treating the most complex and challenging nervous system disorders – with and without surgery. A Medical Assistant, UCM Care Network, is an employee who performs a wide variety of patient care services under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, mid-level provider or physician in an office setting. Essential Job Functions Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned that may include checking schedules and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to exam/procedure room; assisting patients as needed with walking transfers, dressing, collecting specimens (drawing blood, if required by practice), preparing for exam, etc.; collecting patient history; performing screenings per provider guidelines; assisting physicians/nurses with various procedures; charting; relaying instructions to patients/families; answering calls, and providing pertinent information Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned that may include sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/X-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.; completing forms/requisitions as needed; (receptionist coverage, when required by practice); scheduling appointments; (billing and coding for insurance purposes, if required by practice); verifying insurance coverage and patient demographics; (collecting co-pays and documenting receipt, if required by practice); managing and updating charts to ensure that information is complete and filed appropriately Fulfills environmental responsibilities as assigned that may include setting up instruments and equipment according to practice protocols; cleaning exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control; cleaning sterilizer according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records; ordering, sorting, storing supplies; and restocking exam/procedure rooms Fulfills organizational responsibilities as assigned including respecting/promoting patient rights; responding appropriately to emergency codes; sharing problems relating to patients and/or staff with immediate supervisor Fulfills clinical medical assisting responsibilities that vary according to state law, which may include medical/surgical asepsis, sterilization, instrument wrapping and autoclaving; checking vital signs or mensuration; physical examination preparations; clinical pharmacology; drug administration through various routes including injections (immunizations for various age groups); prescription verifications with physician’s orders; minor surgery assists including surgical tray set-up pre/post-surgical care, applying dressings, and suture removal; biohazard waste disposal and monitoring; therapeutic modalities; instructing patients with assistive devices, body mechanics, and home care; laboratory procedures including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines; quality control methods; CLIA-waived testing; capillary punctures and venipunctures; specimen handling such as urine, throat, vaginal, stool, and sputum; electrocardiography including mounting, emergency triage, and first aid. Medical assistants must adhere to the MA scope of practice in the laboratory. Performs other duties assigned Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Graduate of a certified program for Medical Assistants Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) Phlebotomy training; Phlebotomist license and work experience, if required by practice Minimum of one year of recent experience working in a medical office/facility Experience with practice specialty Able to partner with teams in small to large practice groups Certified Medical Assistant Preferred Qualifications Considerable skill in communicating verbally, determining priorities, and in organizing work; ability to maintain an organized, alphabetized filing system General working knowledge of PC: Excel, Microsoft Word for Windows, and EPIC Computerized appointment scheduling experience Ability to handle stress in a fast-paced environment Considerable skill in handling sensitive public contacts with discretion, tact and courtesy when dealing with patients, coworkers and physicians Physical ability to perform stocking, lifting and transporting supplies and instruments Position Details Job Type/FTE: Full-Time 1.0 FTE Shift: Days - 8 am - 5 pm Work Location: Onsite - Harvey Unit/Department: Neurology CBA Code: Non-Union
