Medical Assistant / Patient Support Assistant - GI

Edward Elmhurst Health; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 2,741,000 - 3,973,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth opportunities

Medical, dental, vision options

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Wellness program

Savings plan

Health Savings Account options

Retirement with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Community involvement

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Medical Assistant / Patient Support Assistant to support physician practices at multiple locations. The role involves front desk duties, patient check-in/out, medical record documentation, and basic clinical tasks with occasional injections.

A high school diploma is required, with preference for graduates of medical assisting programs. The position requires CPR certification and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; graduate of an accredited medical assisting program preferred.
• CPR certification through the American Heart Association required; Medical Assistant certification preferred but not required.
• One year of work experience in a medical office or related field; on-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones
• Schedule appointments
• Collect co-payments
• Complete patient registration
• Provide other administrative support to the physician practice
• Check in and check out patient
• Verify insurances
• Greet patients and escort them to exam room
• Document vital signs, allergies, medications and reason for office visit
• Provide front office support as needed
• Perform full vital signs
• Injections may be required

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Medical assisting program preferred

Tools

CPR Certification

EMR familiarity

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: Medical Assistant / Patient Support Assistant (dual role)

Location: 2101 S Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights

Full Time: 40 hours/ week

Hours: Varies Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Typically 8- hour shifts.

Travel Required: 15 S. McHenry Rd, Buffalo Grove & 880 W Central Rd, Arlington Heights & 519 S. Roselle Rd, Schaumburg & 21481 N Rand Rd, Kildeer. This role includes some travel to other locations and requires flexible hours to meet operational needs.

What you will do:

• Answer phones
• Schedule appointments
• Collect co-payments
• Complete patient registration
• Provide other administrative support to the physician practice
• Check in and check out patient
• Verify insurances
• Greet patients and escort them to exam room
• Document vital signs, allergies, medications and reason for office visit
• Provide front office support as needed
• Perform full vital signs
• Injections may be required

What you will need:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent work experience is required. Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program is preferred, but not required.
• Certification: CPR certification through the American Heart Association required; Medical Assistant Certification (AMT, AAMA, ARMA, CCMA, CMA, MAC, AMCA) is preferred, but not required.
• Experience: One year of work experience required, previous experience working in a medical office (or related field) is preferred. On the job training is provided for those who do not have previous medical assistant training or experience.

Benefits (For full time or part-time positions):

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet 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

About Endeavor Health

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.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

Welcome to Endeavor Health Careers. At Endeavor Health, we believe every role plays an important part in advancing our mission to help everyone in our communities be their best. Whether you’re just beginning your career journey or are a seasoned professional, you’ll find opportunities here to learn, grow, and thrive. Your Career is our Endeavor.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.