Certified Medical Assistant (Urgent Care)

Doctors Urgent Care Group; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Sign-on bonus

Productivity bonuses

Summer & Winter bonuses

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Urgent Care clinic discounts

Company-paid gym membership

CEU assistance

Job summary

Doctors Urgent Care Group is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant (MA) for a fast-paced clinical role in Illinois. From day one, you’ll perform phlebotomy, injections, EKG setup, and assist providers during exams in a high-volume urgent care setting.

Requirements include 1+ year hands-on MA experience in similar settings, active CMA/CCMA/RMA/NCMA certification or MA program graduate, and current CPR/BLS. CNA-only applicants or front-desk roles are not considered.

Qualifications

• 1+ year hands-on MA experience in urgent care, ER, or high-volume outpatient settings.
• Proficient in venipuncture/phlebotomy, IM injections, and 12-lead EKGs.
• Active CMA/CCMA/RMA/NCMA certification OR graduate of accredited MA program; CPR/BLS current.
• No CNA-only applicants or front-desk roles.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture, blood draws, rapid point-of-care tests (flu, strep, pregnancy) and prepare specimens.
• Conduct 12-lead EKGs, administer vaccines and intramuscular medications, prep sterile suturing trays.
• Manage patient intake in EMR, obtain histories, record vitals efficiently.
• Assist providers during exams and uphold infection control in exam rooms.

Skills

Venipuncture

Injections

12-Lead EKG

Education

MA certification or program graduate

Tools

EMR systems

POC labs equipment

Job description

Position Overview

Doctors Urgent Care Group—featured in Inc. 5000 as one of the nation's fastest-growing urgent care providers—is seeking an experienced, hands-on Medical Assistant (MA). This is a fast-paced, direct clinical role. We require candidates who are confident in independent clinical procedures, including phlebotomy, injections, and EKG setup from day one.

Must-Have Requirements (Knockout Criteria)

• Experience: Minimum 1+ years of active, paid experience as a hands-on Medical Assistant in Urgent Care, Emergency, or High-Volume Outpatient settings (externship hours alone do not qualify).
• Clinical Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in venipuncture/phlebotomy, administering intramuscular injections, and running 12-lead EKGs.
• Certifications:
  • Active Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, CCMA, RMA, or NCMA) OR graduate of an accredited MA program.
  • Current CPR / BLS Certification.
• Important Notice: We are NOT accepting CNA-only applicants or candidates seeking front-desk/receptionist roles for this posting.
  

Key Clinical Responsibilities

• Phlebotomy & Lab: Perform routine venipuncture/blood draws, run point-of-care lab tests (Rapid Flu, Strep, Pregnancy), and prepare urine/specimens for external lab send-outs.
• Clinical Testing & Procedures: Conduct 12-lead EKGs, administer vaccines and intramuscular medications, and prep sterile trays for suturing assistance.
• Patient Intake: Manage patient intake in EMR systems, obtain accurate medical histories, and record vital signs efficiently.
• Provider Support: Assist physicians and Nurse Practitioners during clinical exams and maintain strict infection control protocols across exam rooms.
  

Perks & Compensation Package

• Competitive Pay: $17.00 – $21.00/hr base rate (commensurate with clinical experience).
• Financial Incentives: Up to $3,000 Productivity Bonus, Summer & Winter Bonuses, Anniversary Bonus, On-Call Shift Bonuses and $1000 Sign-on bonus.
• Retirement & Healthcare: 401(k) with 5% Company Match, Health Insurance, Company-Paid Life Insurance, and Urgent Care Clinic Discounts.
• Wellness & Education: Company-Paid Gym Membership, $500 Annual Continuing Education (CEU) Assistance, and clear internal growth pathways.
  

Company Description

Join our compassionate and dedicated team at Doctors Urgent Care Group! As one of the fastest-growing urgent care companies in the nation—featured in Inc. 5000 Magazine—we operate 31+ locations committed to delivering exceptional, patient-first healthcare.