Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant (MA/PSA) - Immediate Care - Niles

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant. This full-time role offers a dynamic environment where you'll be integral in providing exceptional patient care and administrative support. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with physicians, assist in patient check-ins, and ensure smooth operations in a busy medical office. The organization values professional growth and offers various benefits, including tuition reimbursement and health savings options. If you are passionate about making a difference in your community and supporting patients, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Premium Pay

Career Pathways

Medical, Dental, and Vision Options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Community Involvement Opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; medical assisting program preferred.
• CPR certification required; Medical Assistant Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones and schedule appointments for patients.
• Collect co-payments and complete patient registration.
• Document vital signs and provide front office support.

Skills

Patient Registration

Scheduling Appointments

Phlebotomy

Vital Signs Documentation

Insurance Verification

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assisting Program

CPR Certification

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.

Medial Assistant/Patient Support Assistant - Immediate Care

Position Highlights:

• Position: Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant
• Endeavor Health is currently reviewing our compensation structure. The new minimum for this role will be adjusted to $19.89 hourly starting with May 2025 paychecks.
• Location: Niles, IL
• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 7 PM; rotating weekends, Saturday-Sunday, 8 AM - 5 PM

• Required Travel: Travel to other sites based on departmental needs

What you will do:

• Answer phones
• Schedule appointments
• Collect co-payments
• Complete patient registration
• Provide administrative support to the physician practice
• Check in and check out patients
• Verify insurances
• Greet patients and escort them to exam rooms
• Document vital signs, allergies, medications, and reason for visit
• Provide front office support as needed
• Perform basic vitals like BP, height, and weight
• Phlebotomy and injections may be required

What you will need:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; graduate of an accredited medical assisting program preferred but not required
• Certification: CPR certification through the American Heart Association required; Medical Assistant Certification (AMT or AAMA) preferred but not required
• Experience: At least one year of work experience; previous experience in a medical office preferred. On-the-job training available for those without prior medical assistant experience.

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

• Premium pay for eligible employees
• Career pathways for professional growth
• 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

Endeavor Health is a comprehensive healthcare system serving over 4.2 million residents across six counties in northeast Illinois. With over 25,000 team members and 6,000 physicians, we aim to deliver exceptional, community-connected care across more than 300 locations and eight hospitals, including Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights), Skokie, and Swedish (Chicago). All are recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

Working at Endeavor Health means being part of an organization that supports your career goals and professional development. Please explore our website to learn more about our mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best."

We are committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities. For more information, see our main career page.

Our core values include diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to serve our patients and each other with compassion, respect, and empathy, believing that our strength lies in our differences and our ability to connect and provide community healthcare for all.

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

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