Clinical Resources Lead — Medical Assistant

Northwestern Memorial Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Chicago is seeking a Resource Coordinator Medical Assistant to oversee daily operations of the MA staff, assign duties, manage schedules and ensure budget alignment. You will order supplies, monitor inventory, and provide direct patient care as MA while coaching and mentoring team members.

This role emphasizes leadership, education, and collaboration within the department to maintain high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have written proof of meeting candidate eligibility requirements for writing one of the five eligible certification exams (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA, NRCMA)
• New MA Graduates within 6 months from date of graduation from an MA Program must submit: a letter from the school or a letter from the certifying body
• Non-Certified MAs or new graduates past 6 months from date of graduation from an MA program must submit: a letter from the certifying body
• Within first six months of employment, will complete one of the following certifications after up to two test attempts: CMA, RMA, NCMA, CCMA, NRCMA

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the daily activities of the department. Provide advice and assistance in handling special situations or problems.
• Assist Practice manager and Clinical Operations Coordinator with scheduling of daily and monthly work to ensure adequate staffing.
• Order supplies and equipment using PeopleSoft requisitions.
• Provides direct patient care in the medical assistant role.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in Chicago is seeking a Resource Coordinator Medical Assistant to oversee daily operations of the MA staff, assign duties, manage schedules and ensure budget alignment. You will order supplies, monitor inventory, and provide direct patient care as MA while coaching and mentoring team members.

This role emphasizes leadership, education, and collaboration within the department to maintain high-quality patient care.