Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant (MA/PSA) - Outpatient Services

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan

Shift and holiday premium pay

Incentive pay for select positions

Annual raises based on performance

Career growth opportunities

Medical, dental, vision options

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Wellness program savings plan

Health Savings Account options

Retirement options with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Community involvement opportunities

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant for the Evanston, IL outpatient setting. Primary duties include answering phones, scheduling, patient registration, collecting co-pays, and front office support.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent; a medical assisting program is preferred. CPR certification is required; MA certification is optional. One year of medical office experience is expected, with on-the-job training provided.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required; graduate of an accredited medical assisting program preferred but not required.
• CPR certification through the American Heart Association is required; MA certification (AMT or AAMA) preferred but not required.
• One year of work experience in a medical office or related field is required; on the job training is provided.

Responsibilities

• 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 to exam room
• Document vital signs, allergies, medications and reason for visit
• Provide front office support as needed
• Perform basic vitals (BP, height, weight)
• Phlebotomy and injections may be required

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical assisting program (preferred)

CPR certification through American Heart Association

Medical Assistant Certification (AMT or AAMA) preferred

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.

Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant- Outpatient Services

Position Highlights:

• Position: Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant
• Location: Evanston, IL
• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
• Hours: Rotating hours between 8:30am - 5pm
• Required Travel: Travel to other sites based upon department need

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 basic vitals like BP, height and weight
• Phlebotomy and 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 or AAMA) 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):

• Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance. (For AIP eligible positions)
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job (For eligible positions)
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• 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

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.

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