Certified Medical Assistant MA

AdventHealth; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for its AdventHealth Great Lakes Family Practice in Carol Stream, IL. The role focuses on delivering compassionate patient care and supports various clinical functions according to established healthcare standards, while also offering numerous benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Up to $1,500 sign-on bonus available

Paid Days Off from Day One

Student Loan Repayment Program

Career Development

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Insurance

Debt-free Education

Qualifications

• Knowledge of chronic disease management.
• Expertise in navigating complex systems.
• Experience with computers required.

Responsibilities

• Provides appropriate care including patient greetings, obtaining information, and assisting providers.
• Maintains OSHA compliance and ensures patient care standards.
• Ensures efficient office flow and documents results accurately.

Skills

Knowledge of health care field and medical terminology

Ability to function in stressful environments

Patient advocacy

Education

High School Grad or Equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)-AAMA

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant - UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Great Lakes Family Practice

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One

• Up to $1,500 sign-on bonus available

• Paid Days Off from Day One

• Student Loan Repayment Program

• Career Development

• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Insurance*

• Debt-free Education* (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Days - Mon – 9am -6:30pm, Tue 8am to 4:30pm, Wed 8am – 3:30pm, Thu 8am to 4:30pm, Fri 8am -4:30pm & one Saturday per month 9am to 1:30pm

Location: 630 E North Ave, Carol Stream, IL

The role you’ll contribute:

The Medical Assistant, under general supervision, provides appropriate care to patients as well as follows AdventHealth service standards. This includes safely and effectively greeting patients, obtaining clinical information, financial and demographic information. Responsible for assisting providers during treatment and examination and may assist with procedures and medication administration as ordered by the provider. Performs office duties as needed; which includes but is not limited to, verifying insurance, collecting copays and scheduling necessary appointments.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Assist with screenings per physician orders and enters all information accurately and at the time of service or results

• Performs clinical intake according to AHMG policy and procedures

• May be responsible for assisting with minor procedures associated with specialty

• May be required to travel as needed to fulfill staffing needs

• Safety/Whole care

• Must maintain education requirements for position and demonstrate competency, as required

• Is responsible for maintaining OSHA regulatory enforcement and other office compliance

• Follows safety processes and policies to ensure appropriate care is given

• Provides and ensures patients receive whole care in all aspects of an office visit, regarding intake, test results, screenings, labs, medication administration, closure of care gaps and all aspects necessary following AHMG policies.

• Efficiency

• Ensures efficient office flow by preparing patient and equipment for the needed treatment and initiates testing and documents results into the practice’s designated system when appropriate.

• Clinical competencies must be passed annually

• May include written test

• Must stay up to date and familiar with all policies

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

• High School Grad or Equiv Required

• Knowledge of health care field and medical terminology

• Knowledge of chronic disease management

• Knowledge of and ability to utilize internal and external resources

• Expertise in patient advocacy and navigating complex systems

• Ability to function and assist others in stressful, fast-paced environments and effectively apply stress management techniques

• Ability to resolve issues and work independently within the scope of their certification

• Ability to exercise sound judgement, diplomacy and a professional demeanor

• Demonstrates ability to communicate by reading, writing and typing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively to carry out job requirements

• Experience with computers required

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Required

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)-AAMA Required or

• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)-NCTT Required or

• NAHP Nat'l Reg Cert Med Asst (NAHPCMA) Required

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Patient Care

Organization: UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Great Lakes

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 25024743

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.