Medical Assistant - Chicago South Side, IL

midwestexpressclinic; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Midwest Express Clinic in Chicago's South Side seeks a Medical Assistant to enhance patient care and clinic flow. You will welcome patients, obtain vitals and medical history, document accurately in the EMR, and support providers during visits in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Ideal candidates have 1–2+ years of outpatient experience, a friendly professional presence, and reliable attendance. The role offers $21–$23 per hour, full-time hours, and a benefits package including health, dental,

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of outpatient clinical experience
• Friendly, polished, professional presence
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Flexibility to support varying schedules and nearby locations
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Coachable and eager to grow

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and create a great first impression
• Room patients, obtain vitals and medical history, and document in EMR
• Support providers during visits and perform blood draws, EKGs, injections, and specimen collection as permitted
• Register patients, verify insurance, answer phones, schedule visits, and collect payments
• Maintain accurate, organized EMR documentation
• Show up on time and contribute, support teammates during busy shifts, keep the clinic clean and efficient

Skills

Friendly presence

Reliable attendance

Flexibility

Compassionate teamwork

Job description

Medical Assistant– Chicago South Side, Illinois

Why Join Midwest Express Clinic
At Midwest Express Clinic, Express is our middle name. We deliver fast, high-quality healthcare withheart. Our patients count on us fora great experience, and our teams count on each other every single shift.

We are building the best care team in the Midwest — positive, professional, dependable, and proud of the work we do.
This posting covers openings at our Gage Park and Chatham locations. We'll work with you during the interview process to find the best fit.

Our culture is grounded in PACT:
Positive | Accountable | Compassionate | Teamwork

The Role
The Medical Assistant is a key part of the patient experience andclinicflow. This role is ideal for someone who brings energy, loves helping people, and understands the importance of showing up ready to win the day.

WhatYou'llOwn

Patient Care & Service

• Welcome patients warmly and create a great first impression
• Room patients, obtain vitals and medical history, document accurately within the EMR, and support providers during visits
• Perform blooddraws, EKGs, injections, and specimen collection as permitted

Clinic Operations

• Register patients, support insurance verification, answer phones, schedule visits, and collect payments
• Keep documentationaccurateand organized within the EMR

Team Standards

• Show up on time and ready to contribute
• Support teammates during busy shifts
• Help keep the clinic clean, smooth, and efficient

WhatWe'reLooking For

• Prior clinical experiencewith 1-2+ years in an outpatient settingrequired
• Friendly, polished, professional presence
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Flexibility to support varying clinic schedules and nearby locations based on business needs
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Coachable and eager to grow

What Success Looks Like

• Patients feel welcomed and cared for
• The team knows they can count on you
• You arrive prepared and ready to work
• You bring positive energy during busy shifts
• You help the clinic run smoothly

Compensation

The expectedhourlyrange for this position is$21-23 depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Benefits

Midwest Express Clinic is proud to offer a competitive selection of employer-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and short-term disability plans to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Employees can also opt into a wide range of voluntary benefits including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Dependent Care, commuter benefits, life insurance, critical illness, and pet insurance.

We offer a company-sponsored 401(k) plan with employer match to support long-term financial wellbeing. Full-time employees are also eligible for Paid Time Off andwellnessbenefits, becausewe believe in building a career that supports both performance and balance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Midwest Express Clinic is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminateon the basis ofrace, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Reasonable Accommodation

Midwest Express Clinic is committed to providing reasonableaccommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If yourequireassistanceor accommodation, please contact our HR team [e-mail].

E-Verify

Midwest Express Clinic participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees