Employee Health Medical Assistant

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty competently and consistently. The responsibilities listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, training, licensure, certification, experience, and/or abilities required for the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Clinical Performs respiratory fit testing for N95 particulate respirators. Provides vaccinations to partners as part of the flu campaign and other vaccination requirements. Assist with screening tests and QI projects. Assist the Employee Health RNs with monitoring employee recovery and facilitating return-to-work processes. Document all health services provided including assessments, treatments, and follow-ups. Research and assist in ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and other regulatory compliance. Other clinical duties as assigned based on department need. Clerical Performs clerical functions such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, responding to file requests, and making outreach calls. Works with Employee Health leadership to maintain supplies throughout the department. Scans historical paper documents and uploads documents to appropriate partner profile. Maintain confidential health records in compliance with HIPAA regulations. Other clerical duties as assigned based on department need.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Minimum Required:

Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program

Preferred:

Work experience or experience in a program with a clinical rotation preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Minimum Required:

BLS certification required within 90 days

Preferred:

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or equivalent certification preferred

PAY RANGE

$18.28 - $26.51 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time off Paid Parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards events Partner appreciation days Family entertainment/attractions discount Community service/improvement opportunities Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information. At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women For over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. We have a passion for providing comprehensive health care close to home for area residents through our six hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations. As an integrated health system, you can come to us for routine health care, like annual physicals, immunizations and preventive health screenings, as well as highly specialized care, such as neonatal intensive care, heart surgery, stroke care, neurosurgery, cancer treatment and much more. The range of Mercyhealth's specialties and the skills of our doctors, nurses and clinical staff are truly extraordinary.