Certified Medical Assistant Primary Care

OSF HealthCare; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare in Illinois is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant to perform delegated clinical and administrative duties within both clinical and front office functions. The role supports patient care under physician/provider direction and adheres to the practice's needs.

The position requires CMA certification, completion of Medical Assistant training, and relevant experience with electronic health records and phlebotomy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with completed Medical Assistant program.
• Current CMA/CCMA/NCMA/NAHP/NCMA etc. certification from an approved agency.
• 6 months CMA experience or completion of on-the-job training for CMA in another healthcare organization.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated clinical and administrative duties as per Medical Assistant program education, training and experience.
• Provide clerical support in front office and assist in patient care as directed by physician/provider.

Skills

CMA Certification

Medical Assistant Training

Medical Office Experience

Electronic Health Records

Phlebotomy

Education

High School Diploma or GED + CMA Training

Job description

Total Rewards

OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career.

Expected pay for this position is $20.41 - $24.01/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Certified Medical Assistant will perform delegated clinical and administrative duties consistent with Medical Assistant program education, training, and experience. May work in both the clinical and front office functions of the practice providing clerical support, assisting in the delivery of health care and patient care support activities at the direction of the physician/provider. Performs the duties in accordance with the specific needs of the practice.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High School Diploma or GED AND Must have completed a Medical Assistant training program
OR Medical Assistant Training Program equivalency: at least 6 months experience in Certified Medical Assistant role OR proof of completion of on-the-job training/education program for certified medical assisting in another healthcare organization.
Licensure/ Certification: Current certification by ONE of the following approved certifying agencies: American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), earning Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential American Medical Technologists (AMT) or American Allied Health (AAH), earning Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), earning a National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) credential National HealthCare Association (NHA), earning Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) credential National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP), earning a Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) credential

Preferred Qualifications

Experience: Previous experience as a medical office assistant or CNA or equivalent, previous experience with electronic health records or phlebotomy.
Licensure/ Certification: If working in the Rural Health Clinic setting, will be required to have BLS through the American Heart Association.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.