Medical Assistant - Channahon, IL

Marathon Health, LLC; Channahon (IL); On-site; USD 28,929 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO and paid holidays

Scrubs provided

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Marathon Health in Channahon, IL is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to join our care team. The MA will support a primary care physician, perform clinical tasks and manage front-desk duties to deliver a seamless patient experience.

Responsibilities include taking vitals, drawing blood, assisting with procedures, administering medications and vaccines, and coordinating referrals and records. CPR/BLS certification required at start date; MA program graduation and certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as Medical Assistant.
• Graduation from a formal Medical Assistant program.
• National or state MA certification or registration preferred; may be required.
• CPR/BLS certification required at start date.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and ensure rooms are clean and stocked.
• Take vitals, perform blood draws, assist with procedures.
• Prepare and administer medications/immunizations as ordered.
• Front desk duties: scheduling, records requests, referrals and coordination.
• Document data in medical records and communicate test results to patients.
• Participate in outreach to engage eligible patient groups.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Front desk duties

Phlebotomy

CPR/BLS

Education

Medical Assistant program

MA certification (national/state)

Job description

## Medical Assistant - Channahon, ILApplylocations: IL-Channahontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR108290Marathon Health is a leading advanced primary care provider, partnering with employer and union plan sponsors to improve health for millions of Americans. With nationwide onsite, nearsite, and network health centers, and virtual primary care, Marathon delivers a value-based model that enhances the healthcare experience for members and providers, while driving meaningful cost savings for plan sponsors. Marathon is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work, reflecting the company's commitment to building an inclusive, high-trust culture where all employees can thrive. Learn more at marathon.health**Highlights of working at Marathon Health:*** Competitive health benefits that start 1st of month after start date* 15 days of PTO plus paid holidays* No out-of-pocket cost for scrubs* Pay Range: $21.00-25.00/hr *The actual offer may vary dependent upon geographic location and the candidate’s years of experience and/or skill level.***About Us**At Marathon Health we are building the most trusted, accessible and personalized healthcare experience alongside our patients and clients. With 20+ years’ experience from our shared organizations, we hold a unified goal of building deep, trusted and lasting relationships with our patients and clients. As Marathon Health, we are guided by our core principles of Patients First, Courage, Ingenuity, Community, and Fun.**About the Role**We are currently looking for an experienced Medical Assistant to join our team. The Medical Assistant is a key component of our care team and works closely with a primary care physician to deliver excellent patient care and provide an exceptional guest experience to our patients. Because of our unique model, our Medical Assistants oversee the full spectrum of the patient experience- acting both as a Medical Receptionist as well as assuming clinical responsibilities of a Medical Assistant.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities***The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all-inclusive.** Escorts patients to room and ensures that exam rooms are thoroughly cleaned and stocked* Reviews previous medical information and gathers any relevant updated health information from the patient to inform the provider* Take vitals, perform blood draws, give injections, bandage wounds, assist with procedures. Work with the contracted labs for additional tests* Prepares and administers approved medications and immunizations via oral, topical, inhaled, intramuscular, subcutaneous or intradermal at the direction of and upon written order from the Provider* Partners with other members of the care team to develop individual patient plan of care including identifying and working to address gaps in care* Front desk duties, including: patient scheduling, medical record requests and abstraction, documentation, coordinate specialist visits, referrals, and other care outside of the clinic, check-in, check-out, etc.* Records accurate and pertinent data in the medical record according to documentation guidelines* Process test results and provide the patient with timely results via e-message, mail or phone as directed in written instructions by the Provider* Participates in outreach to patients to drive engagement among eligible patient groups* Maintains clinical and office supplies and equipment for treatments**About You*** Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a Medical Assistant, preferably in Primary Care. May vary based on clinic needs* Graduation from a formal Medical Assistant program or other related program* National or state-specific MA certification or registration is strongly preferred. MA certification or registration is required for employment in States where certification/registration is required.* CPR/BLS certification required at time of start date* Phlebotomy experience is preferred*We are accepting applications for this position until a candidate has been selected. To apply to this position and learn more about open jobs at Marathon Health, visit our careers page.***Marathon Benefits Summary**We believe in empowering teammates to do their best work and build better healthcare. Below are some of our benefit offerings. Eligibility is based on 24/hr week.* **Health and Well-Being**: Free Marathon membership for in person and virtual care, employer paid life and disability insurance, and choice in medical/dental plans, vision, employer funded HSA, FSA, and voluntary illness, accident and hospitalization plans. Benefits are effective on the first of the month following date of hire.* **Financial Support:** Competitive compensation, 401k match, access to financial coaching through our Employee Assistance Program* **Lifestyle:** Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and more.For more information, visit our careers page.