MA, EP Cardiology

CGH Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

IMRF retirement fund

457 and 401A Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

CGH Medical Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff in a medical office setting. The role involves basic patient care, scheduling, referrals, and charting under supervision, with responsibilities across the patient visit workflow.

Qualified candidates hold CMA/RMA/NCMA certifications and BLS within 30 days; phlebotomy and EKG lead experience are preferred. The compensation range is $19.50–$29.25 per hour, with comprehensive benefits available for eligible

Qualifications

• Current MA Certification from CMA/RMA/NCMA required.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire and maintained.
• Phlebotomy and placing EKG leads preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic medical care under physician/RN supervision.
• Assists in preparing patients for the physician visit.
• Schedules appointments and referrals; performs receptionist duties as needed.
• Documents care and chart notes; ensures chart entries are signed by the provider.

Skills

MA Certification

Phlebotomy

EKG leads

BLS within 30 days

Job description

Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is growing and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, you can keep track of your progress in the selection process as well as stay updated on new positions that might interest you.

Shift Day Shift, Various Hours Scheduled Weekly Hours 36

POSITION PURPOSE

Performs basic patient care functions to assist the physician and nursing staff in a medical office with the examination or treatment of patients. Assists in the operation of office as it relates to scheduling, referrals, and filing, as needed by practices.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs basic medical care under the direction of Physician or Registered Nurse as allowed by scope; documents care as required/necessary. Assists in preparing patients to see the physician. Shares observations of the progress of the patient reaching established goals with the physician. Instructs patient and family regarding medication and treatment directions for the physician. May chart on behalf of the provider when in the exam room. Chart note to include name, title, date and time of the entry. Chart must then be signed off on by the provider. Schedules patient appointments and referrals, as directed by physician, and performs receptionist duties as necessary Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & REQUIREMENTS

Current MA Certification from one of the following is required: CMA “Certified Medical Assistant” (American Association of Medical Assistants) (AAMA) RMA “Registered Medical Assistant” (American Medical Technologists) NCMA “National Certified Medical Assistant” (NCCT) BLS required within 30 days of hire and must be maintained throughout employment at CGH. Prior experience as a medical assistant preferred. Basic computer knowledge preferred. Prior experience in phlebotomy and placing EKG leads preferred. Demonstrates knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patients served in the physician office. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patient population served. Able to assess and interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s needs and provide the appropriate care, including age-related care, needed by the pediatric, adolescent and/or geriatric patient group.

COMPENSATION RANGE

$19.50 - $29.25

AVAILABLE BENEFITS FOR BENEFIT ELIGIBLE POSITION

• Health and Dental Insurance
• IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)
• Retirement Fund (457 and 401A Plan)
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Optional Insurances
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgiveness
• Gift Shop Discount
• CGH Day Care Discount
• CGH Dietary Discount
• Employee Assistance Program
• CGH Pharmacy Discount
• CGH Vision Center Discount

ABOUT CGH MEDICAL CENTER

Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center. Extraordinary care. Extraordinary service. Extraordinary people. Since 1909, CGH Medical Center has been serving Sterling, Rock Falls and the surrounding communities with exceptional quality healthcare. Through the years, there’s been one constant, the passion of our employees for making a difference. As part of CGH, you’ll join a team that’s focused on delivering the best health care and patient experience for all of the communities we serve. From our hospital and Main Clinic to our 16 outlying clinics, our physicians and employees are dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare to our patients, friends and family with outstanding skill and heartfelt compassion.