Clinical Medical Assistant & Lab Technician

SIU Medicine; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

SIU Medicine seeks a versatile Medical Assistant to support laboratory and direct patient care in a on-site outpatient setting. This role covers phlebotomy, patient transport, vitals, and EHR data entry under physician supervision.

Responsibilities include medication administration under orders, immunizations, room preparation, inventory and compliance with safety standards. Training roles and coverage across duties are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Current/valid medical assistant certification by an approved certifying board.

Responsibilities

• Assists in direct patient care, i.e., diagnostic and treatment procedures.
• Escort patients to exam rooms, take vitals, and record data in the EHR.
• Input, update, retrieve and review demographic, insurance and appointment information in the EHR.

Skills

Medical terminology

First aid basics

Aseptic techniques

Inventory procedures

EHR systems

Sterilizing equipment

Decision making

Follow instructions

Patient care

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Medical assistant certification

Job description

SIU Medicine seeks a versatile Medical Assistant to support laboratory and direct patient care in a on-site outpatient setting. This role covers phlebotomy, patient transport, vitals, and EHR data entry under physician supervision.

Responsibilities include medication administration under orders, immunizations, room preparation, inventory and compliance with safety standards. Training roles and coverage across duties are emphasized.