Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant (MA/PSA) - Medical Group Nephrology

Endeavor-Health; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Evanston, IL seeks a Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant for full- or part-time roles. The position involves answering phones, scheduling appointments, collecting co-pays, and handling registration and front desk duties.

The role includes documenting vitals, medical history, and reason for visit, with possible phlebotomy/injections. CPR is required; MA certification preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; medical assisting program preferred but not required.
• CPR certification through the American Heart Association required.
• MA certification (AMT, AAMA, ARMA, CCMA, CMA, MAC, AMCA) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones
• Schedule appointments
• Collect co-payments and complete patient registration
• Provide front office support and greet patients
• Document vital signs, allergies, medications and reason for visit
• Phlebotomy and injections may be required
• Verify insurances and check in/out patients
• Provide other administrative support to physician practice

Skills

Customer service

Phone etiquette

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical assisting program (preferred)

Tools

Front desk software

EMR systems

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:Position: Medical Assistant/Patient Support AssistantLocation: Evanston, ILFull Time/Part Time: Full Time (40 hours per week)Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00AM-5:00PMWhat you will do:Answer phonesSchedule appointmentsCollect co-paymentsComplete patient registrationProvide other administrative support to the physician practiceCheck in and check out patientVerify insurancesGreet patients and escort them to exam roomDocument vital signs, allergies, medications and reason for office visitProvide front office support as neededPerform basic vitals like BP, height and weightPhlebotomy and injections may be requiredWhat you will need:Education: High school diploma or equivalent work experience is required. Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program is preferred, but not requiredCertification: CPR certification through the American Heart Association required; Medical Assistant Certification (AMT, AAMA, ARMA, CCMA, CMA, MAC, AMCA) is preferred, but not requiredExperience: 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 experienceBenefits (For full time or part time positions):Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and DevelopmentVarious Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision optionsTuition ReimbursementFree ParkingWellness Program Savings PlanHealth Savings Account OptionsRetirement Options with Company MatchPaid Time Off and Holiday PayCommunity Involvement OpportunitiesEndeavor 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.EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.