We Grow Healthy Kids The Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society (IWS) Children’s Clinic is a full-service pediatric clinic. We provide quality, affordable medical, dental and behavioral child health care services, supporting children from birth through age 21 from a single clinic staffed by diverse professionals who care.     POSITION TITLE:  Medical Assistant   ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Performs front desk administrative and operational activities and assists the medical provider with medical assistant functions.   POSITION REPORTS TO: Medical Director and Clinic Director   MEDICAL ASSISTANT PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES Assist the providers in the following areas: Prepares patient for clinical exam/visit, including the collection of typical patient vital metrics (blood pressure, temperature, height, weight etc.) Follows through with post-visit duties including follow-up of referrals and patient cancellations Input immunization data in ICARE Provides service in a manner that is appropriate for the patient’s age; demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to meet the patient’s physical, psychosocial, educational and safety needs Ensure all patient records and related documents are managed and maintained timely, accurately, and consistent with all HIPAA and related regulations and requirements Ensure compliance and attention to all corporate policies and procedures Uphold and consistently represent the values and mission of the organization. Always represent the organization in a highly professional manner. Provides back up to all front office positions Verifies patient data and insurance to ensure it is updated for accurate billing, inputting updated information into system as required Assists with correspondence in obtaining medical necessity letters to appropriate insurance company or business entity Handles patient concerns or refers to administration appropriately Assists in pulling scripts, labs, and charts. Responsible for performing other duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES : Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with the public Clear thinker, able to work independently, prioritize, problem solve and organize Ability to work with a diverse patient population Skilled in phlebotomy, pediatric immunizations and the proper knowledge and use of medical devices and equipment. Read, write, and maintain patient records and related administrative documentation Utilize computers in the collection, management, and reporting of patient records Demonstrated success in managing difficult patient situations POSITION REQUIREMENTS High school diploma Medical assistant certification required Phlebotomy certificate a plus Bilingual in Spanish Proficient with Microsoft Office Experience in a family practice/pediatric health care facility a plus Knowledge of Greenway Prime Suites electronic medical records software a plus Job Type: Part time position 26-30 hours per week including two evenings and 1 Saturday per month. Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour BENEFITS: 403(b) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid holidays Paid time off Vision insurance

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