Medical Assistant

Davita Inc.; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant in Arlington Heights, IL. The role involves assisting physicians and clinicians with patient care, maintaining clinic flow, and performing various clerical tasks. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, a high school diploma, and CPR certification. Benefits include medical coverage, 401(k), and generous PTO.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

401(k)

Healthcare Savings Account

Generous PTO Package

Health and Wellness Perks Program

Qualifications

• 2 years experience as a Medical Assistant required.
• CPR Certification required.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to and from exam rooms and treatment room.
• Maintain efficient patient flow and assist with procedures.
• Take vitals and tend to patients' needs.

Skills

Phlebotomy skills

Patient care assistance

CPR Certification

BLS Certification

Education

High School degree or GED

Job description

Overview

Medical Assistant - Arlington Heights, IL - Full-Time

Hourly Rate: $19.00-$22.00

Benefits Include:Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage; 401(k); Healthcare Savings Account; Generous PTO Package; Health and Wellness Perks Program

Under direct supervision, assists physicians and clinicians with patient care duties in a clinical environment. Promotes efficient patient flow and patient care, i.e. exams, and procedures. Performs clinic support tasks including miscellaneous clerical tasks, answering phones, and maintaining physician's schedule. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment room as appropriate.

Provide collaborative nursing support.

Maintain efficient patient flow.

Assist with procedures as requested.

Administer appropriate injections.

Take vitals.

Answer/return patient telephone calls for referral to physician or nurse

Tend to the needs of the patients while getting treatment

Assist with scheduling patient appointments

Qualifications

High School degree or GED

2 years experience as a Medical Assistant

CPR Certification required same as BLS

Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Phlebotomy skills highly desired

Oncology experience a plus

About Illinois Cancer Specialists

Illinois Cancer Specialists (ICS) is dedicated to providing convenient, compassionate leading-edge cancer
care to patients in Chicago and the surrounding areas. With more than 30 years in practice and over 400
years of combined physician experience, ICS is changing the forefront of patient care. Our dedicated and
highly-skilled physicians and staff, who specialize in caring for patients with cancer and blood disorders,
provide unparalleled access to the most innovative, advanced therapies and latest technologies
throughout Chicago and the surrounding areas. With more than 20 board certified physicians, ICS offers
convenient, compassionate care in ten locations. For more information about Illinois Cancer Specialists
visit www.illinoiscancerspecialists.com.

Illinois Cancer Specialists is united in healing with The US Oncology Network, one of the nation's largest
networks of integrated, community-based oncology practices dedicated to advancing high-quality,
evidence-based cancer care. As an affiliate of The US Oncology Network, ICS is united with more than
1,000 physicians nationwide. Illinois Cancer Specialists participates in clinical trials through US Oncology
Research, which has played a role in approximately 60 FDA-approved cancer therapies, nearly one-third
of all cancer therapies approved by the FDA to date. For more information, visit www.usoncology.com.