Certified Medical Assistant — Ambulatory Care

Northwestern Medicine; South Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Illinois is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nurses, manage patient flow, and perform clinical and administrative tasks with professionalism and a patient-first approach. Northwestern Medicine offers a robust benefits package, including tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness.

Required: high school diploma or GED; certification eligibility within six months for CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA/NRCMA; BLS/CPR; 0–2 years’ experience; strong computer skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; certification eligibility within six months for CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA/NRCMA.
• BLS/CPR certification required.
• 0–2 years of related experience preferred; strong computer skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient patient flow and prep of exam rooms.
• Assist with ECG, venipuncture, immunizations, and specimen collection as directed.
• Maintain exam rooms, inventory, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Communicate with patients and care team professionally and empathetically.
• Perform delegated procedures as assigned by supervisor/manager.

Skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in Illinois is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nurses, manage patient flow, and perform clinical and administrative tasks with professionalism and a patient-first approach. Northwestern Medicine offers a robust benefits package, including tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness.

Required: high school diploma or GED; certification eligibility within six months for CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA/NRCMA; BLS/CPR; 0–2 years’ experience; strong computer skills.