Department
BSD PED - Academic Pediatrics - Homewood - Clinical Support
About the Department
Job Summary
Responsibilities
Know and practice the University of Chicago’s Mission, Vision, and Values and Patient centered Care Definition and Principles.
Perform any or all duties involving direct patient care as assigned by the registered nurse or physician and within the scope of the Nursing policies and procedures.
Appropriately implement and document patient and family education as delegated by the RN or physician.
Obtain and record vital signs.
Perform Point of Care (POC) tests, specific to the population.
Document all aspects of patient care.
Assist with collection of specimens. Perform labeling and logging of specimens in compliance with clinical standards.
Collect and document vitals and chief complaint.
Obtain current Medications.
Assist with basic procedures in clinic.
Stock and clean exam rooms.
Obtain medical records/results as needed.
Vaccination services.
Hearing and vision screenings.
Assist with supply inventory management.
Completion of forms as needed.
Assists in performing a range of patient care processes and procedures, such as preparing patients' charts, measuring and recording patient vital signs, and assisting patients on/off stretchers, wheelchairs, and/or exam tables.
Works within defined processes and appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical, psychological, and developmental needs of the patient.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).
Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma.
Experience:
Two years of ambulatory care experience.
Pediatric experience strongly preferred.
Licenses and Certifications:
Medical Assistant Certification.
Preferred Competencies
Considerable skill in communicating verbally, in determining priorities and in organizing work; ability to maintain an organized, alphabetized filing system.
General working knowledge of PC and EPIC.
Immunization administration 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.
Working Conditions
Outpatient clinic setting.
Ability to stand for an extended period of time.
Ability to sit for an extended period of time.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
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