Medical Assistant

Family Care Associates, Inc.; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision benefits

Vacation and PTO

Illinois Paid Leave Act

Holiday Pay

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan – 401(k)

Clothing Allowance

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Effingham is looking for a Medical Assistant to engage with patients, develop relationships, and provide clinical support. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and preferably a Certified Medical Assistant program completion. Responsibilities include obtaining vital signs, maintaining documentation, and ensuring exam rooms are prepared. The role offers an hourly pay of $16–18, comprehensive medical benefits, paid leave, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Certified Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Previous medical experience preferred.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure steady workflow and uninterrupted service.
• Pre-visit planning.
• Obtain vital signs and assess patients.
• Maintain current and accurate documentation.
• Ensure exam rooms are stocked and prepared.

Skills

Bilingual in English/Spanish

Excellent organization and time management skills

Empathy

Accountability

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant program

Job description

As a Medical Assistant, you will be part of our team engaging with our patients, developing relationships providing a unique blend of skills and knowledge to carry out clinical tasks while delivering outstanding patient service and positive patient engagement.

Job Description

Medical Assistants are instrumental in helping patients feel at ease during their office visits. Bilingual in English/Spanish is a Plus!

Responsibilities

• Ensure steady workflow and uninterrupted service in the facility.
• Pre-visit planning.
• Obtain vital signs and assess patients.
• Maintain current and accurate documentation on each patient.
• Ensure exam rooms are stocked and prepared for the day.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Certified Medical Assistant program preferred but not required.
• Previous medical experience preferred.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Empathy.
• Accountability.
• Professionalism.

Benefits

• Hourly pay $16–18 with opportunity for higher pay based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive medical coverage.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, identity theft protection).
• Vacation and PTO.
• Illinois Paid Leave Act.
• Holiday Pay.
• Life Insurance.
• Retirement Plan – 401(k).
• Clothing Allowance.

To apply, please send your application, resume, and references to:
Zain Parker, Clinical Supervisor
Family Care Associates of Effingham, S.C.
Effingham, IL 62401
[e-mail]
217-342-7000
www.familycareassociates.com
Family Care Associates of Effingham, S.C. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to transparent, nondiscriminatory employment.