Medical Assistant - General/Vascular Surgery

Quincy Physician Administrative Services Inc; Estados Unidos; On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Mental health benefit at no cost

Employer-provided life and disability保

Tuition reimbursement ($5,250/year)

Immediate 401(k) match

40 hours paid volunteer time off

Parental leave up to 12 weeks

Job summary

Quincy Medical Group is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patients through the surgical care journey in a fast-paced general and vascular surgery clinic in Quincy, Illinois.

You will room patients, assist with exams and procedures, coordinate referrals and tests, and maintain EMR documentation while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive, team-based environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPR certification required (available upon hire).
• Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Experience in a physician office, surgical specialty, or healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and patient service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Experience with electronic medical records preferred.
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, obtain vitals, med history, and visit details.
• Assist providers with examinations, minor procedures, and clinic workflows.
• Prepare patients for visits, procedures, and surgical consultations.
• Coordinate referrals, tests, imaging, and follow-up appointments.
• Communicate test results, instructions, and patient education.
• Respond to calls, messages, and clinical inquiries promptly.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EMR.
• Support preoperative and postoperative education and care coordination.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of exam rooms.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Patient service

Teamwork

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR certification

Medical Assistant certification (preferred)

Job description

At Quincy Medical Group, you are supported to do your best work and make a meaningful impact every day. You will be part of a collaborative, physician-led team that works as one and puts patients at the center of everything we do. With a connected network of providers, care teams, and services across primary and specialty care, surgery centers, imaging, lab, and therapy, you are part of a system designed to deliver high-quality, coordinated care. Together, we create an environment where you can grow, contribute, and help improve the experience and outcomes for every patient we serve.

As a Medical Assistant in General and Vascular Surgery at Quincy Medical Group, you will play a key role in supporting patients throughout their surgical care journey. Working closely with surgeons, advanced practice providers, and the care team, you will assist with patient visits, procedure preparation, care coordination, and follow-up care. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to providing exceptional patient-centered care in a fast-paced surgical specialty environment.

Schedule: Full-time position, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Hours may vary based on provider and departmental needs. Position based in Quincy, Illinois. No weekends, holidays, overnight shifts, or routine on-call requirements. Fast-paced surgical specialty clinic environment focused on delivering comprehensive general and vascular surgery care.

Primary Responsibilities

• Room patients and obtain accurate vital signs, medical histories, medication information, and visit details.
• Assist providers with examinations, minor procedures, and specialty clinical workflows.
• Prepare patients for office visits, procedures, and surgical consultations.
• Coordinate referrals, diagnostic testing, imaging, prior authorizations, medication refills, and follow-up appointments.
• Communicate provider recommendations, test results, surgical instructions, and patient education materials.
• Respond to patient phone calls, portal messages, and clinical inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain accurate documentation within the electronic medical record.
• Assist with procedure room preparation, inventory management, and equipment readiness.
• Support preoperative and postoperative patient education and care coordination.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of exam rooms and clinical areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support general and vascular surgery clinic operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPR certification required (available upon hire).
• Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Previous clinical experience in a physician office, surgical specialty, or healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and patient service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Experience with electronic medical records preferred.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance.
• Access to a mental health benefit at no cost.
• Employer provided life and disability insurance.
• $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.
• Immediate 401(k) match.
• 40 hours paid volunteer time off.
• A culture committed to community engagement and social impact.
• Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members once eligibility requirements are met.

The compensation for this role includes a base pay range of $16.12 - $24.18 per hour, with actual pay determined by factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. Additional compensation may be available through shift differentials, bonuses, and other incentives. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package. If you are committed to putting our patients first and helping shape the future of care, you belong at QMG.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Let’s start with what matters. People. Purpose. Care. At Quincy Medical Group, we believe healthcare works best when it’s personal, connected, and led by people who truly care. We are a physician-led medical group built on trusted relationships, teamwork, and a shared commitment to putting patients first in every decision we make. Our team members are caregivers, collaborators, problem-solvers, and leaders. Together, we show up with compassion, act with purpose, and take ownership of the care we deliver and the experience we create. Whether you’re caring directly for patients or supporting the teams who do, your role matters here, and your voice is valued. We listen with intention, work as one, and challenge ourselves to keep improving, not for recognition, but because our patients, families, and communities count on us. Innovation at QMG isn’t about chasing what’s next for its own sake. It’s about finding better ways to deliver high-quality, affordable, and accessible care, today and into the future. If you’re looking for meaningful work, supportive teammates, and the opportunity to help shape the future of care while staying grounded in compassion and community, you’ll find your place at Quincy Medical Group.