Medical Assistant MA

Ascension; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Chicago is seeking a dedicated clinical assistant to support patient examinations and treatments. The role involves assisting physicians, performing clinical duties, and ensuring a clean and orderly environment. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be BLS certified within 30 days of hire. Spanish speaking is highly preferred.

Benefits

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Medical Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with examination and treatment of patients under physician direction.
• Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information.
• Perform basic clerical duties and maintain treatment rooms.

Skills

Spanish Speaking

Education

High School diploma equivalency

Job description

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Ways to give back to your community

• Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example : Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics.

Responsibilities

Assist with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.

• Assist with treatments ordered by physician as supervised by physician or registered nurse.
• Perform select clinical duties.
• Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information on patients' charts.
• Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.
• Perform basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing.
• Perform basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies.
• Assist with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.

Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration :

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association OR American Red Cross accepted.
• Medical Assistant preferred.

Education :

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Note : Required professional licensure / certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences

• Spanish Speaking (Highly Preferred)

Create a job alert for this search