Gastroenterology Medical Assistant — Full-Time Clinic Pro

Northwestern Medicine; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine’s Lake Forest Hospital campus seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians, nurses, and staff, ensuring smooth patient flow and accurate charting.

The role emphasizes exam room prep, vital signs, specimen collection, and safe clinical environment; strong team communication and patient engagement are essential.

Schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, on-site; candidates must meet MA certification options and BLS CPR.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• MA training program or equivalent on file.
• Certification within six months or written eligibility proof.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and nurses to ensure efficient patient flow.
• Prepare exam rooms, obtain vitals, and document visit reasons.
• Assist with ECG, immunizations, venipuncture, and specimen collection.

Skills

Patient care

EMR experience

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

MA training program

Tools

ECG

Venipuncture

EMR systems

Job description

Northwestern Medicine’s Lake Forest Hospital campus seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians, nurses, and staff, ensuring smooth patient flow and accurate charting.

The role emphasizes exam room prep, vital signs, specimen collection, and safe clinical environment; strong team communication and patient engagement are essential.

Schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, on-site; candidates must meet MA certification options and BLS CPR.