Medical Assistant

Erie Family Health Centers; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Shift differential

Annual merit increases

Career ladder

Job summary

Erie Family Health Centers in Evanston, IL is seeking Medical Assistants to join the Erie Evanston/Skokie Health and Dental Center team. You will assist clinicians, handle basic lab tasks, and help manage patient flow in a busy clinic.

The position offers competitive pay of $19–$22 per hour, with shift differential after 5:30 PM and weekends, plus a $500 sign-on bonus after 90 days and $1,000 at 6 and 12 months, along with strong benefits and a clear career ladder.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of Clinical Medical Assistant program.
• 160-hour MA externship OR BSN completion required.
• MA experience and CPR certification are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist medical staff with routine patient care and clerical tasks.
• Support patient flow and maintain orderly exam rooms.
• Prepare rooms and stock supplies for exams.

Skills

MA experience

Phlebotomy

EMR proficiency

CPR certification

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual

Education

HS Diploma

MA program

160-hour externship

BSN

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Erie Evanston/Skokie Health and Dental Center - 1285 Hartrey - Evanston, IL 60202

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $19.00 - $22.00 Hourly

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. 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 as an 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.

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 Clinical Medical Assistant program required


• Successful completion of 160-hour MA Externship required OR


• Completion of BSN (Bachelors of Science in Nursing)

Skills and Knowledge

• 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

• 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.