CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through AAMA, NHA, or NCCT upon hire.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
• Work may occasionally require travel to other UPH facilities/hospitals.
• required to drive your own vehicle for business purposes

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Ability to respond appropriately to customer/coworkers

Interaction with a wide variety of people

Maintain confidential information

Ability to communication only the facts to recipients or to decline to reveal information

Ability to project a professional, friendly, helpful demeanor

Basic computer knowledge; uses word processing, spreadsheet, email, and we browser

Comfortable using Windows OS and learning new applications

• Assists nursing staff to assure quality health care and a smooth, orderly flow of patients through the department.* Assists nursing staff by preparing the patients for exams or office visits by taking vital signs (height, pulse, and blood pressure.)* Assists nursing staff by screening patients for general medical, and by obtaining lab specimens from patients, if needed.* Supports physician requests and nurses' day-to-day duties by sharing necessary information to assure the delivery of quality health care to patients.* Possesses flexibility in the work environment in order to promote a smooth, orderly flow of patients through the office in a timely and efficient manner. * Preforms lab testing and quality control in compliance with provider's orders and lab procedures/policies.* Orders linen, nutrients, and supplies. * Checks for expired supplies and dispose of them properly.
• Assists in the maintenance of a therapeutic environment that promotes effective and cost-efficient patient care, and that provides for the safety of patients, staff, and visitors.* Possesses knowledge about safety policies of the office, as well as the established policies and procedures of the organization.* Works independently within the established guidelines of practice.* Keeps exam rooms and lab stocked.* Participates in the cleaning and decontamination of instruments, if indicated.* Assists the nurses in preparing and communicating to patients for tests or procedures.* Assist nursing staff in procedure areas and the transportation of patients. * Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to assist nurses in providing patient care to patients of all ages.* Participates in learning new procedures, policies, equipment, and treatments.* Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testing.
• Assures that patient education is provided when appropriate, in a caring and professional manner. Assists the clerical staff in assuring optimal workflow and quality patient care. * Provides instructions to patients when necessary on preparing for tests, etc.* Assists nursing staff with patient education involving a wide variety of health-related subjects.* Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development in order to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret appropriate information required for identifying each patient's age-specific needs.* Participates in continuing education by attending seminars and various meetings.* Assists the clerical staff by answering the telephone and taking messages; retrieving and preparing charts/orders for the day and filing any papers or charts that need to be completed.* Assists with scheduling appointments as required.* Assists clerical staff by copying and collating medical records, and patient education materials.* Assists with a full range of front office operations as required. (Registration, check in/out)

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Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.

Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com.