LPN/Certified Medical Assistant/Registered Medical Assistant

Memorial Hospital, Chester, IL; Chester (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Memorial Hospital in Chester, IL seeks a part-time, on-site LPN, CMA, or RMA to support patient care within the Specialty Clinic. You will prepare patients, take vitals, assist with procedures, and administer treatments as allowed by licensure.

You will coordinate patient flow, document in the EMR, educate patients, and work with nurses and physicians to ensure high-quality care in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license or CMA/RMA certification in Illinois per requirements.
• Clinical skills in vital signs, basic patient assessments, specimen collection.
• Knowledge of safe medication administration within scope of practice.
• Proficient with electronic health records and documentation standards.
• Strong communication and multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Good organizational and time-management abilities.
• Commitment to confidentiality and hospital policies.
• Current BLS; prior hospital/clinic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for exams and obtain vital signs and histories.
• Assist providers with procedures and administer medications per policy.
• Coordinate patient flow and perform routine clinical tasks.
• Document accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Support diagnostic and follow-up care and patient education.
• Reinforce discharge instructions and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians and healthcare team.

Skills

Vital signs

Basic assessments

EMR proficiency

Medication administration

Patient education

Teamwork

Time management

Confidentiality/ethics

Education

LPN license

CMA/RMA certification

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Company Description

Memorial Hospital is a Critical Access Hospital in Southwestern Illinois, serving families in Randolph County through rural health clinics in Chester and Steeleville. The hospital’s mission is to deliver quality healthcare using highly trained professionals and advanced technology. Services include 24-hour, physician-directed emergency care, Convenient Care, and a full range of digital imaging such as MRI, CT, Mammography, Ultrasound, Bone Densitometry, and Nuclear Medicine. Memorial also offers a Therapy & Sports Rehab Center with modern equipment and an aquatic rehab pool, comprehensive laboratory and cardiopulmonary services, sleep studies, chemotherapy, and a broad network of outpatient specialists across multiple disciplines. Team members work in a collaborative environment focused on improving care delivery and patient satisfaction for the community.

Role Description

This part-time, on-site role in Chester, IL is for an LPN, Certified Medical Assistant, or Registered Medical Assistant supporting patient care within Memorial Hospital’s Specialty Clinic setting. Daily responsibilities include preparing patients for exams, obtaining vital signs and medical histories, assisting providers with procedures, and administering medications or treatments as permitted by licensure and hospital policy. The role involves coordinating patient flow, performing routine clinical tasks, documenting accurately in the electronic medical record, and supporting diagnostic and follow-up care. The team member also provides patient education, reinforces discharge instructions, maintains a clean and safe environment, and collaborates with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license or certification/registration as a Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA) in accordance with Illinois and applicable national requirements.
• Demonstrated clinical skills in vital signs measurement, basic patient assessments, specimen collection, and assisting with exams and minor procedures.
• Knowledge of safe medication administration within scope of practice, infection control practices, and standard clinical protocols.
• Proficiency with electronic health records, documentation standards, and basic computer skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and provide respectful, patient-centered care.
• Organizational and time-management abilities to manage patient flow, prioritize tasks, and respond to changing clinical needs.
• Commitment to confidentiality, professional ethics, and compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification; prior experience in a hospital, clinic, or similar healthcare setting is preferred.

Salary information is provided on application website.

Memorial Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer