Medical Assistant

Silver Cross Hospital; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life Insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, IL is seeking an experienced medical assistant/clinic technician to support ambulatory patient care. You will initiate rooming procedures, review histories and meds, and assist with blood draws, EKGs, and point-of-care tests, while maintaining a smooth daily schedule with multiple providers.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED; CMA preferred. CPR certification is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CMA preferred but not required.
• Experience: Patient Care Technicians and CNA experience can be considered.
• CPR Certification.
• Knowledge of medical practice and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Initiate rooming procedures prior to Provider office visit.
• Coordinate blood draws
• Perform EKGs
• Complete point-of-care testing
• Administer injections
• Support multiple providers and stay on schedule
• Monitor patient messages and triage calls
• Notify patients of lab results and refills
• Obtain prior authorizations for medications

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Medical Assistant (preferred)

CPR Certification

Tools

Medical equipment

Job description

Silver Cross Hospital is an extraordinary place to work. We’re known for our culture of excellence and delivery of unrivaled experiences for our patients, their families, the communities we serve…and for each other. Come join us! It’s the way you want to be treated.

Position Summary

Assists in delivery of primary healthcare, patient care management, and some clerical duties (as needed) in an ambulatory environment. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Initiate rooming procedures prior to Provider office visit:

• Obtain health history
• Obtain vital signs
• Review medication list and allergies

Other duties include:

• Coordinate blood draws
• Perform EKGs
• Complete point-of-care testing
• Administer injections
• Support multiple providers simultaneously, providing any necessary services to remain on schedule throughout the day
• Monitor patient messages and triage patient calls
• Notify patients of lab results and medication refills, as directed
• Obtain prior authorizations for medications

Requirements:

• Knowledge of medical practice to assist in patient care.
• Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.

Education

• High school diploma or GED required. Graduation or completion of Certified Medical Assistant preferred, not required.
• Experience: Patient Care Technicians and Certified Nursing Assistant experience can be considered.
• CPR Certification.

Work Shift Details:

Days, Rotating weekday shifts

Department:

SCMG PROGRESSIVE SURGICAL ASSOCIATES

Benefits for You

At Silver Cross Hospital, we care about your health and well-being and that is why we work hard to provide quality and affordable benefit options for you and your eligible family members.

Silver Cross Hospital and Silver Cross Medical Groups

offer a comprehensive benefit package available for Full-time and Part-time employees which includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Other voluntary benefit plans
• PTO and Sick time
• 401(k) plan with a match
• Wellness program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Registry employees who meet eligibility may participate in our 401(k) Savings plan with a potential match. However, registry employees are ineligible for Health and Welfare benefits.

The expected pay for this position is listed below:

$19.45 - $24.32

The final pay rate offered may be more than the posted range based on several factors including but not limited to: licensure, certifications, work experience, education, knowledge, demonstrated abilities, internal equity, market data, and more.