Certified Medical Assistant- Day Shift

Mercy Health System; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA options

Generous PTO and paid parental/careg“

Certification reimbursement

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for the day shift at its Highland-Freeport, IL location. The role involves rooming patients, collecting assessment data, assisting in examinations, handling labs, scheduling and reminder calls, and coordinating referrals.

CPR/BLS is required within 90 days, with CMA certification through AAMA, AMT, NHA, NCCT, or related bodies. The ideal candidate will have completed an ABHES/CAAHEP-accredited CMA program or a regionally/nationally accredited

Qualifications

• Graduate of a medical assistant program ABHES or CAAHEP or regional/national accredited program.
• Certification as CMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA or equivalent required.
• CPR/BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and prepare them for examination.
• Assist in examination, treatment, and clinic procedures.
• Assist with laboratory procedures and screening tests.
• Schedule appointments and manage reminders.
• Register patients and update records in the system.
• Coordinate referrals and process patient payments.

Education

ABHES/CAAHEP CMA program

Regional/NCAA accredited program

NCCA/NHA/NCCT CMA certification

Job description

## Certified Medical Assistant- Day ShiftApply: Mercyhealth Highland- Freeport, IL: Full time: Posted Today: 2026-03695**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Rooms patients, collects assessment data and prepares patient according to specific need.* Assists in examination, treatment and other clinic procedures.* Assists with laboratory procedures, screening tests and QI projects.* Answers telephone and either responds to inquiry, directs caller to appropriate personnel, or initiates a triage slip for response by medical personnel.* Schedules appointments and enters appointment date and time into computerized scheduler.* Conducts reminder calls to all patients.* Greet and directs patients, salespeople, and visitors.* Registers patients by verifying that patient's record is up to date and accurate.* Makes appropriate changes in computer system and on patient's chart.* Coordinates referrals for patients through insurance and other physician offices.* Collects payment from patients and issues receipt.* Prepares and maintains patient charts.* Maintains and orders supplies.**EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE**Graduate of a medical assistant program accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), or graduate of a medical assistant program in a post secondary school or college that has institutional accreditation by a regional accrediting commission or by a national accrediting organization approved by the U.S. Department of Education, or a graduate of an educational program accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), such as the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Experience in a program with a clinical rotation preferred.**CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE**Required current CMA certification through the AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants) or RMA certification through the AMT (American Medical Technologists) or CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant) through NHA (National Healthcareer Association) or RMA through AAH (American Allied Health) or NCMA Certification through the NCCT that have also completed the education requirements. Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days. Medication injection training and pharmacology is a required competency to perform medication administration.**OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES** N/A**LEVEL OF SUPERVISION**Some independent judgment is required, but decisions are limited by standard practices or procedures.**SUPERVISES**N/A**PAY RANGE:**$19.79 - $28.69Mercyhealth 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 opportunitiesClick here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.