Cardiology Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Office Support

CGH Medical Center; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

IMRF Retirement Fund

Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgive

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff in a busy clinic. You will perform basic patient care, schedule appointments, and assist with referrals and charting under supervision.

Requirements include CMA/RMA/NCMA certification, BLS within 30 days, basic computer skills, and familiarity with phlebotomy and EKG leads. We offer comprehensive benefits and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Current MA certification from CMA, RMA, or NCMA is required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire and maintained throughout employment.
• Basic computer knowledge and familiarity with clinical software.
• Phlebotomy experience and placing EKG leads preferred.
• Ability to provide age-appropriate care across pediatric to geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic medical care under supervision of physician or nurse.
• Assists in preparing patients to see the physician and documents care as required.
• Schedules patient appointments and referrals; performs receptionist duties as needed.
• Charts patient observations and updates in the medical record.
• Instructs patients and families regarding medication and treatment directions.

Skills

Basic computer skills

BLS certification

Phlebotomy

EKG leads

Patient care

Education

MA certification CMA/RMA/NCMA

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff in a busy clinic. You will perform basic patient care, schedule appointments, and assist with referrals and charting under supervision.

Requirements include CMA/RMA/NCMA certification, BLS within 30 days, basic computer skills, and familiarity with phlebotomy and EKG leads. We offer comprehensive benefits and competitive pay.