The Medical Appointment Assistant is responsible for transportation and advocacy support at medical appointments for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities residing in Search Inc homes in Chicago, Skokie, Morton Grove, and Mount Prospect.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with getting to medical appointments in the community, including those who use wheelchairs and/or other adaptive equipment,
• Advocating with individuals regarding their healthcare,
• Ensure timely follow-up appointments are scheduled and attended,
• Ensures medical appointment summaries are completed accurately,
• Deliver medical appointment summaries to the nurse, and case management team,
• Provide support in maintaining and updating medical charts,
• Confirm medical appointment times, and carry out pre-procedural phone calls to ensure all instructions have been followed and required documentation is complete,
• Work closely with the agency delegating nurse to ensure quality healthcare is provided to each individual served,
• Provide direct care assistance, when needed,
• Assist with medication administration, when needed,
• Provide support to other members of the department, and work closely with the larger Search team,
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred, U.S. High School diploma or equivalent required,
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance,
• Must meet and maintain Pace Certification requirements, as required for the position, this includes a clean driving record and at least 3 years of driving experience,
• Must have reliable transportation and proof of vehicle insurance,
• Basic computer skills,
• Ability to lift up to 44 lbs.,
• Ability to perform basic physical moves such as kneeling, reaching, crouching, bending, and twisting,
• Obtain CPR, First Aid, and Direct Support Professional certification within four months of hire.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.50 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All staff and individuals are required to wear a mask, COVID-19 vaccinations are not required but encouraged!

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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