Certified Medical Assistant

Purposelink Recruitment; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Purposelink Recruitment is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) for a fast-paced clinic in Northbrook, IL. You will support primary care, physical therapy, chiropractic, and behavioral health services while applying both clinical and administrative skills to ensure smooth daily operations for patients and staff.

The role requires a valid CMA credential, phlebotomy experience, and strong communication alongside the ability to multitask in a busy multi-disciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid CMA credential required.
• Phlebotomy experience (1+ years) preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask in a busy clinic setting.
• Comfort working with diverse patient populations and multiple disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with front desk operations including scheduling, check‑in, and phone management.
• Room patients, obtain vitals, and prepare exam spaces.
• Perform phlebotomy, collection, and point‑of‑care testing.
• Support providers across service lines with procedures, documentation, and patient flow.
• Maintain a clean, compliant clinical environment.
• Coordinate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure efficient daily operations.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Multitasking

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant – Job Description

Overview

This role offers an opportunity to work as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in a fast‑paced, multi‑disciplinary clinic. You will support primary care, physical therapy, chiropractic, and behavioral health services while using both your clinical and administrative skills to ensure smooth daily operations for patients and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with front desk operations, including scheduling, check‑in, and phone management
• Room patients, obtain vitals, and prepare exam spaces
• Perform phlebotomy, specimen collection, and point‑of‑care testing
• Support providers across multiple service lines with procedures, documentation, and patient flow
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant clinical environment
• Coordinate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure efficient daily operations

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential
• Phlebotomy experience (1+ years)
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to multitask in a busy clinic setting
• Comfort working with diverse patient populations and multiple healthcare disciplines

Schedule & Shift Details

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM