Medical Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Life Insurance

401(k) with match

Wellness program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, IL, seeks a Patient Care Technician/Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care. The role includes rooming patients, taking histories and vitals, drawing blood, performing EKGs, POCT, injections, and coordinating care to keep providers on schedule.

Required: knowledge of clinical procedures; CPR certification; High school diploma or GED; CNA/PCT experience considered; benefits for full-time and part-time staff; pay range $19.45–$24.32 per hour, with final

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CMA preferred, not required.
• Patient Care Technician or CNA experience can be considered.
• CPR Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Initiate rooming procedures prior to Provider visit.
• Obtain health history.
• Obtain vital signs.
• Review medications and allergies.
• 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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Medical Assistant (preferred)

CPR Certification

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
• 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.

Other Certifications

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.