Certified Medical Assistant Pediatric Outpatient Full-time Days

Northwestern Medicine; Winfield (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wide range of employee benefits

Sign-on bonus eligibility for new graduates

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is looking for a Certified Medical Assistant - Pediatrics in Winfield, Illinois. The role involves providing both clinical and administrative support within the pediatric office setting, including assisting healthcare providers with patient treatments and maintaining medical supplies.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma, Medical Assistant Certification, and CPR. An Associate's Degree and proficiency in a second language are preferred. This position offers various employee benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Certifications in Medical Assistant and CPR required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent mandatory.
• Preferred: Associate’s Degree and bilingual proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient treatments under supervision.
• Performs diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Maintains medical equipment and supplies.
• Handles administrative duties like scheduling and billing.

Skills

Medical Assistant Certification

Basic Life Support (CPR)

Proficient in a second language

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree

Job description

Description

The Certified Medical Assistant - Pediatrics reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is a multi-skilled worker who assumes a wide range of clinical and administrative roles within the physician office setting. Under the supervision of a Physician and/or the direction of a licensed nurse, the CMA provides direct and indirect patient care, performs laboratory and other testing, and may assist with clerical functions. The CMA serves as a key team player when interacting and communicating with patients and/or clinical staff in the ambulatory care environment.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of healthcare provider, assists with performing patient treatments
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection. Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition. Documents patient care given
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting. Maintains examination area
• May perform administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, billing, and patient registration.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Medical Assistant Certification
• CPR - Basic Life Support

Preferred

• Associate’s Degree
• Proficient in a second language

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.