Medical Assistant II-Float

SMG HSHS St. Mary's Hospital Medical Center; Mount Zion (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Retirement benefits

Adoption Assistance

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

SMG HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Medical Assistant II-Float to support multiple clinics across Illinois and Wisconsin. You will float based on competency, provide clinical expertise, and mentor staff while covering direct patient care, administrative and laboratory tasks.

The role requires 2 years of MA experience, an accredited MA program graduate, and BLS certification within 60 days of hire. Travel to assigned clinics is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from accredited medical assistant program required.
• 2 years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant is required.
• BLS certification within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Float to clinics/departments based on MA competency.
• Provide clinical expertise and mentor team members.
• Perform diverse tasks including direct patient care, administrative, and lab duties.

Skills

Clinical skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Education

Medical Assistant program graduate

CMS/CPOE credentialing alternative

Job description

Pay Range

$20.50 - $29.75 A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.

Education Qualifications

Graduate from accredited medical assistant program required, with coursework in pharmaceuticals and medicine administration practicum OR credentialing/licensure from an organization other than HSHS that meets the requirements of Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for Computerized Physician Order Entry (CPOE), which requires passage of an examination and recertification.

Experience Qualifications

2 years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant is required.

Certifications, Licenses and Registrations

• Certified MA from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• Registered MA from American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
• Certified Clinical MA (CCMA) from National Healthcare Association (NHA)
• Registered MA from American Allied Health (AAH)
• Nationally Registered CMA (NRCMA) from National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
• Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) or Medical Assistant Certification (MAC) from American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)
• Podiatric MA Certified (PMAC) from American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) from International Joint Commission on Allied Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO)
• Certified Clinical MA (CCMA) from National Performance Specialists (NPS)

Basic Life Support Certification

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) is required with in 60 days of hire.

Job Description

The Medical Assistant II-Float is designated to float to clinics/departments based on the MA's competency level. Provides clinical expertise and functional direction to team members to ensure the continuity of patient services. Serves as the expert resource and mentor within the service area. Works closely with the manager to plan, implement, and facilitate the work activity of the area to accomplish goals and objectives. The Medical Assistant II-Float is required to complete appropriate competency and cross training to float to designated clinics/departments. Performs a wide variety of activities that may include both direct patient care, as well as administrative and laboratory functions, depending on the size of the assigned area. Direct patient care may include working with patients of all ages, in-person and over the phone, completing tasks involving the use of assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation skills. All patient care is provided under the direct supervision of the physician and/or mid-level provider. Medical assistants may also engage in reception activities, greeting and assisting patients and visitors, and help complete the business side of a patient visit. This position requires driving to other HSHS clinics, in the region as assigned.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40 Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.

Benefits

HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.

Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.

Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.

Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.

Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.

Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!

Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flex