Medical Assistant

Eriefamilyhealth; Evanston (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare team as a Medical Assistant in Evanston, IL. This role offers competitive compensation, including bonuses, and opportunities for career advancement. You will support patient care in a diverse environment focused on holistic health. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Health Care Plans

Generous Time Off

Retirement Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• Completion of Clinical Medical Assistant Program required.
• 160 hours of MA externship required.
• Medical Assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists medical staff with patient care and clerical procedures.
• Monitors patient flow for prompt service.
• Prepares examination rooms with necessary supplies.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Bilingual

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Program

Tools

EMR

Microsoft Products

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Erie Evanston/Skokie Health and Dental Center - 1285 Hartrey - Evanston, IL

Salary Range: $19.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Description

Join the Erie team! Motivated by the belief that healthcare is a human right, we provide high quality affordable care to support healthier people, families, and communities. Erie delivers holistic care to help every member of the family stay healthy and active from infancy through adulthood. Since 1957, we have provided high-quality care to diverse patients most in need, regardless of their insurance status, immigration status, or ability to pay.

Erie Family Health Centers, a top workplace in Chicago and suburbs, is looking for a valuable addition to our Clinical Support Staff team! The team is seeking outstanding Medical Assistants to support our patients in the clinic. Erie is a top workplace in Chicago and a great organization to expand your career as a medical assistant. We welcome and encourage recent grads to apply today! Here are a few highlights specific to our medical assistant staff.

• COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION:
  • $19/hr.+ based on experience and with potential for merit increases. Registered MAs earn $1 more/hr.
  • Shift differential: Additional $10/hr. for hours worked after 5:30 PM and weekends.
  • $500 sign on bonus at 90 days, plus $1000 bonuses at 6 and 12 months!
  • Annual merit increases
• CAREER LADDER:
  • Opportunities for growth are available!MA, MA II, MA III, Trainer, Team Leader and Supervisor.

At Erie, we are proud to provide competitive salaries, high-quality health care plans, generous time off benefits, retirement benefits, and more! Erie employees are eligible for Erie’s Full Benefits Package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance and Flexible Spending (FSA) for Health Care or Childcare. Retirement Programs: 401(k) program with Erie matching $0.50 for every $1.00 up to the first 5% of the employee’s biweekly salary. Annual Paid Time Off: starting at 15 days of PTO, and 8 paid holidays. Competitive salary, annual merit increases, plus room for growth and career advancement.

*Compensation is based on each candidate's experience, skills, and education within the range identified for the role. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements of the role will start at entry in the range. Any additional skills, experience, and education will be reflected in the compensation offered.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists medical professional staff members by performing routine patient care, laboratory procedures and clerical procedures to support the delivery of patient care
• Monitors patient flow by assuring that clients are serviced promptly and effectively
• Prepares examination rooms ensuring that rooms are clean, orderly and properly stocked with supplies for use during exams

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required
• Successful completion of a Medical Assistant program required

Skills and Knowledge

• Completion of a Clinical Medical Assistant Program required
• Completion of 160 hours of MA externship required
• Medical Assistant experience preferred
• Phlebotomy skills, or desire to learn, strongly preferred
• Experienced in utilizing a computer, Microsoft Products and EMR preferred
• Current and active CPR Card, required
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively
• Bilingual language is a plus

The Erie Advantage Pledge

WORKING TOGETHER FOR WHAT MATTERS MOST

Erie makes a pledge that all current and future employees can feel confident that:

• Our mission, vision, and values unite us.
• Our voices matter.
• We do things well.
• Our inclusive culture promotes balance and belonging.
• We find our career sweet spot at Erie.