Medical Assistant

20 Health Service Systems, Inc.; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Silver Cross Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician / CMA assistant to support ambulatory care teams. The role includes rooming patients, collecting history, obtaining vital signs, coordinating blood draws, performing EKGs, and assisting multiple providers to maintain clinic flow.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, CPR certification, and CMA experience preferred. On-site days with rotating weekday shifts and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred, not required.
• CPR certification is required.
• Experience as Patient Care Technician or CNA may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Initiate rooming procedures prior to Provider office visit.
• Obtain health history and vital signs.
• Review medication list and allergies.
• Coordinate blood draws and perform EKGs.
• Complete point-of-care testing and administer injections.
• Support multiple providers and manage patient flow to stay on schedule.
• Monitor patient messages and triage calls.
• Notify patients of lab results and medication refills.
• Obtain prior authorizations for medications.

Skills

Medical knowledge

Vital signs

Safety procedures

Patient communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Medical Assistant (preferred)

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
• 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

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.

Expected pay

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.

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