Medical Assistant - Orthopedics - Days/Evenings

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Lombard, Greenville (IL, SC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their Orthopedics team. This role involves preparing patients for examinations, performing laboratory tests, and assisting physicians in a busy orthopedic office. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and a passion for patient care. With a commitment to professional growth, the organization offers comprehensive benefits, including tuition reimbursement and a supportive work environment. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and are eager to make a difference in patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Premium pay for eligible employees

Career Pathways for Professional Growth

Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Community Involvement Opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certified Medical Assistants with current certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for physical examinations and conduct routine tests.
• Perform clinical and administrative tasks under supervision.

Skills

Clinical Experience

Bilingual Spanish

CPR Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, CCMA)

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$19.89 - $28.84 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Sign On Bonus: This position is eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus. The first $500 will be paid on the pay date of the pay period in which you achieve your 6-month mark of employment. The remaining $500 will be paid on the pay date of the pay period in which you achieve your 1-year mark of employment, as long as you are still employed in this position at a 0.5 FTE or above.

• Position: Medical Assistant - Orthopedics

• Locations: REQUIRED TRAVEL TO ALL ORTHO OFFICES. Your scheduled locations will be determined by the needs of each clinic. This individual needs to be flexible with traveling to other locations. The locations are Elmhurst, Lombard, Plainfield, Naperville, and Addison.

• Full Time: 40 hours /week

• Hours: Shifts can vary for office hours: Monday-Friday 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM

What you will do:

• Under general supervision of clinic supervisor, and following established procedures and precedents, prepares patients for physical examination, obtains specimens, conducts select routine laboratory tests and records results, and performs phlebotomy, routine diagnostic tests. Under delegated supervision of a physician; performs clinical and administrative tasks. Busy Orthopedic office supporting 10+ physicians and clinical staff, and growing.

What you will need:

• High school diploma or GED

• Certified, Registered, and Clinical Certified Medical Assistants (CMA, RMA or CCMA) are required to provide current certification or registration through American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA), National Health career Association (NHA) or any other certifying agency and should have at least 6 months of clinical experience.

• Current CPR Certification issued by either American Heart Association or Red Cross

• A valid driver's license is required if the incumbent is selected to perform related duties at an off-site location. If the incumbent uses their personal vehicle, the incumbent must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law and evidence of such coverage may be requested.

• Flexible to scheduling changes including overtime, evening and Saturday rotation

• Bilingual Spanish preferred

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• Premium pay for eligible employees

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development

• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Free Parking at designated locations

• Wellness Program Savings Plan

• Health Savings Account Options

• Retirement Options with Company Match

• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

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