Medical Assistant

Chicago Family Health Center; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS Medical PPO/HMO Plans

BCBS Dental

VSP Vision

Tuition Reimbursement up to $1,500 per

11 Paid Holidays and 18 Days of PTO

8 sick days

Job summary

Chicago Family Health Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care operations in South Chicago, Chicago Lawn, and Pullman locations. The role requires a Medical Assistant Diploma or Certification and CPR, with new grads welcomed.

The position involves preparing exam rooms, patient flow management, and accurate record-keeping to ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Completed training from an accredited Medical Assistant Program with a certificate or diploma in Medical Assisting or Phlebotomy.
• CPR certification is required.
• New grads are welcome.
• Experience in a medical office or clinic is preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and basic medical procedures.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Set up equipment, instruments, and forms according to department protocol.
• Maintain infection control standards by cleaning and sterilizing according to scheduled maintenance program.
• Keep appropriate records, order, sort, store supplies, and restock exam/procedure rooms.
• Maintain monthly par-levels of all supplies and medications (e.g., workstations, exam, and storage rooms).
• Check schedules, continually assessing and organizing patient flow.
• Report to appropriate personnel any delays in a patient's visit from entry to exit.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma

Phlebotomy Certification

Job description

Description

Job Title: Medical Assistant

Compensation (Based on experience and qualifications): Starting at $17.75 per hour

Medical Assistant Diploma and/or Certification required

Location: South Chicago |Chicago Lawn |Pullman

Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm (Extended hours rotation of Noon - 8:00pm once per week) with a Saturday Rotation 8:00am - 1:00pm

We are looking for a highly skilled and compassionate Medical Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will work closely with all healthcare professionals to provide exceptional ambulatory quality healthcare to our patients. As a Medical Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring patient comfort, managing schedules, and keeping accurate records.

Responsibilities:

• Set up equipment, instruments, and forms according to department protocol.
• Maintain infection control standards by cleaning and sterilizing according to scheduled maintenance program.
• Keep appropriate records, order, sort, store supplies, and restock exam/procedure rooms.
• Maintain monthly par-levels of all supplies and medications i. e. , workstations, exam, and storage rooms.
• Check schedules, continually assessing and organizing patient flow.
• Report to appropriate personnel any delays in a patient's visit from entry to exit.

Qualifications:

• Completed training from an accredited Medical Assistant Program with a certificate or diploma in Medical Assisting or Phlebotomy.
• CPR certification will be required
• New Grads are welcomed.
• Prior experience working in a medical office or clinic is preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and basic medical procedures.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure.

Chicago Family Health Centers offers benefits to all its full-time employees:

• BCBS Medical PPO/HMO Plans
• BCBS Dental
• VSP Vision
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $1,500 per year
• 11 Paid Holidays and 18 Days of Paid Time Off
• 8 sick days

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Completed training from an accredited Medical Assistant Program with a certificate or diploma in Medical Assisting or Phlebotomy.
• CPR certification will be required
• New Grads are welcomed.
• Bilingual ability (Spanish) may or may not be required based on individual department needs.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting.
• Ability to maintain effective and professional relationships with patients and other members of the care team.
• Comfort working in a medical setting as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to effectively engage patients in a therapeutic relationship, when appropriate.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in working with a diverse population base preferred.
• Ability to appropriately handle confrontation and conflict.
• Ability to work independently and to seek consultation as necessary.
• Ability to follow organization and departmental processes and procedures.
• Ability to work in a high stress/fast paced/high work volume environment.