Medical Assistant, Employee Health

OVERVIEW

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. 

PAY RANGE:

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

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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