Certified Medical Assistant Primary Care Clinic

1002 Adventist Midwest Management Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off from day one

403(b) retirement plan

Parental leave

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in Chicago seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient intake, screenings, and testing with attention to detail and patient comfort.

You will document results, manage supplies, and assist with minor procedures while ensuring compliance and accurate information flow.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equiv (Required).
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Multiple medical assistant certifications listed in the posting.
• 1+ year of related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient intake, history, vitals, and medication reconciliation.
• Prepare patients and equipment for treatments and testing.
• Document results in the practice system and ensure compliance.
• Support routine inventory and equipment maintenance.
• Assist with minor procedures and educate patients about tests and medications.

Skills

Health care knowledge

Chronic disease management

Resource utilization

Patient advocacy

English literacy

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Tools

BLS CPR Certification

CMA / CMAC / RMA / NCMA / CCMA / NRCMA (as listed)

Job description

Our promise to you: Joining UChicago Medicine 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 Medicine 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.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits

Schedule: Full time Shift: Day (United States of America) Address: 6084 S Archer Ave City: Chicago State: Illinois Postal Code: 60638

Job Description

Up to $3,000 sign-on bonus available for eligible applicants Primary Address: 6084 S Archer Ave, 2nd Floor, Chicago IL 60638

Schedule: Monday/Tuesday/Thursday 8:30am-5:30pm, Wednesday 9am-4pm, Friday 8:45am-5pm, Saturday 6:45a-12:45p (1-2 per month and off on previous Wednesday when working Saturday)

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred Travels as needed to fulfill staffing needs and support clinic operations. Stays up to date and familiar with all policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with organizational standards. Maintains education requirements for the position and demonstrates competency through annual clinical competencies and written tests. Ensures efficient office flow by preparing patients and equipment for treatment, initiating testing, and documenting results in the practice’s designated system. Maintains OSHA regulatory enforcement and other office compliance, following safety processes and policies. Provides whole care to patients during office visits, including intake, test results, screenings, labs, medication administration, and closure of care gaps. Maintains confidentiality of employees’ and patients’ administrative and medical information. Supports staff teamwork by assisting patients, visitors, and co-workers when necessary. Performs clinical intake according to policy and procedures, including screenings, history taking, vital signs, and medication reconciliation. Assists with minor procedures associated with specialty and ensures accurate documentation at the time of service or results. Educates patients regarding tests, medications, and diet, providing clear and accurate instructions. Monitors and manages inventory, ensuring adequate supplies and functioning medical equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of health care field and medical terminology [Required]
• Knowledge of chronic disease management [Required]
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize internal and external resources [Required]
• Expertise in patient advocacy and navigating complex systems [Required]
• Ability to function and assist others in stressful, fast-paced environments and effectively apply stress management techniques [Required]
• Ability to resolve issues and work independently within the scope of their certification [Required]
• Ability to exercise sound judgement, diplomacy and a professional demeanor [Required]
• Demonstrates ability to communicate by reading, writing and typing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively to carry out job requirements [Required]
• Experience with computers required [Required]
• Bilingual English/Spanish [Preferred]

Education

High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience

1+ year of related work experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• American Association Medical Assistants (CMA) [Required]
• OR Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) [Required]
• OR Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) [Required]
• OR National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) [Required]
• OR Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) [Required]
• OR Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) [Required]

Physical Requirements

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Pay Range

$18.69 - $29.91

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.