Certified Medical Assistant – On-Site Team, Great Benefits

University of Illinois Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) is seeking a Credentialed/Certified Medical Assistant to support Mile Square Health Center – Auburn Gresham in Chicago, IL. The role involves direct patient care, administrative duties, and documentation in an outpatient setting.

Responsibilities include vital signs, patient education, basic tests and injections, and maintaining EHRs. Requires CMA certification and AHA CPR, with a Monday–Friday schedule and rotating Saturday

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant certification required from approved board (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, or NHA).
• Current/valid American Heart Association CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with clinical tasks under supervision, e.g., vital signs, patient education, documentation of health information.
• Administer injections and basic tests per protocol; perform point-of-care testing as needed.
• Maintain and update medical records in EHR; schedule and coordinate patient visits; assist with clerical duties.
• Ensure safety, infection control, and proper instrument sterilization; manage supplies and equipment.

Skills

CMA Certification

CPR Certification

Education

High school diploma

Job description

University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) is seeking a Credentialed/Certified Medical Assistant to support Mile Square Health Center – Auburn Gresham in Chicago, IL. The role involves direct patient care, administrative duties, and documentation in an outpatient setting.

Responsibilities include vital signs, patient education, basic tests and injections, and maintaining EHRs. Requires CMA certification and AHA CPR, with a Monday–Friday schedule and rotating Saturday