Medical Assistant

Vascular Specialists (Tinley Park)

About Vascular Specialists :

The team of vascular surgeons and medical staff at Vascular Specialists treats all types of vascular diseases in Tinley Park Illinois. Offering advanced diagnostic testing medical and drug interventions and expert reconstructive vascular surgical treatments Vascular Specialists is the practice the Southwest Chicagoland area trusts. Surrounding areas we service; Tinley Park Orland Park Orland Hills Palos Heights Palos Park Homer Glen Mokena New Lenox Frankfort Lockport Joliet Crete Monee Beecher Peotone Plainfield and many more.

The providers develop quality vascular treatment plans based on clinical evaluations and diagnostic tests. Most of your laboratory work and clinical evaluations can be done onsite for your convenience. The practice features an in-office ultrasound technician and also provides care for leg wounds.

The doctors have a deep understanding of drug therapy and how to help you manage controllable risk factors when it comes to your vascular health. The highly-trained team offers advanced surgical techniques but favors minimally invasive techniques when warranted. If you need surgery your preoperative and postoperative care focuses on minimizing complications and promoting recovery.

Patients who need dialysis access can take advantage of the Ellipsys Vascular Access System. The practice also offers the highest quality stents from Bard Boston and Cordis for arterial blockages and chooses the technologically advanced Spectranetics Laser and the Phillips vascular ultrasound.

At Vascular Specialists patients receive the expert information they need to make the best decisions about their treatment options. Those in need of quality vascular health care can call Vascular Specialists for a consultation or use the online tool to schedule.

Essential Job Functions:

Exciting opportunity for a Medical Assistant with a positive attitude and team focused work demeanor to join our expanding vascular practice and vein care program. Applicants must be professional hardworking flexible and patient focused. Family centered great work-life balance M-F (8:30-5:00) NO WEEKENDS!!!Bilingual--Spanish or Polish Preferred

• Know and practice the Vascular Specialists Pride Values and Patient Centered Care Definition and Principles
• Room patients and obtain vital signs medical history medication reconciliation and chief complaint documentation in the EMR.
• Prepare patients for physician evaluation including positioning gowning and preparing exam or procedure rooms.
• Assist the vascular surgeon and advanced practice providers during patient examinations and minor in-office procedures.
• Provide wound care support including dressing changes wound measurements sterile dressing application and documentation of wound progress.
• Assist with evaluation and care of vascular wounds ulcers and post-procedural incision sites following established clinical protocols.
• Prepare and maintain sterile instruments procedure trays and supplies for vascular procedures.
• Assist with procedural preparation including patient prep sterile field setup and equipment readiness.
• Provide chairside assistance during vascular procedures including passing instruments monitoring patient comfort and supporting the clinical team.
• Perform or assist with diagnostic testing such as ABI (Ankle-Brachial Index) EKGs Doppler assessments or other vascular diagnostic procedures as directed.
• Ensure proper infection control and sterilization procedures are followed for all clinical areas and instruments.
• Educate patients on pre-procedure preparation and post-procedure care including wound care instructions and activity restrictions.
• Coordinate with providers and clinical staff to maintain efficient patient flow and clinic operations.
• Assist with documentation orders and follow-up care coordination in the electronic medical record system.
• Monitor exam and procedure rooms to ensure adequate inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Communicate with patients regarding appointments follow-up visits test results and care instructions under provider supervision.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Fair Market Value Pay ($22.00-$24.00/Hourly) * The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidates expertise and years of experience among other factors.
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical Dental and Vision options
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Community Involvement Opportunities

**Interested in learning more please apply or email

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA RMA CCMA or equivalent) from an accredited program
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or equivalent
• Minimum 12 years of clinical medical assistant experience in a physician office outpatient clinic or specialty practice
• Experience in vascular surgery cardiology interventional radiology or surgical specialties (Preferred).