Medical Assistant & Patient Support — Front Desk & Vitals

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan

Premium pay for shift/on-call/holiday

Incentive pay for select positions

Annual increases based on performance

Career pathways for growth

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 Holiday Pay

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

Endeavor Health's Lake Forest-based practice is hiring a Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant for primary care. The role combines front-desk tasks with clinical support in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include answering phones, scheduling, patient check-in/out, insurance verification, and basic vitals. Some phlebotomy/injections may be required; high school diploma or equivalent is required with CPR certification.

Qualifications

• CPR certification through the American Heart Association required.
• Medical Assistant Certification (AMT or AAMA) preferred, but not required.

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 basic vitals like BP, height and weight
• Phlebotomy and injections may be required

Skills

CPR certification

MA certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of accredited medical assisting program (preferred)

Job description

Endeavor Health's Lake Forest-based practice is hiring a Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant for primary care. The role combines front-desk tasks with clinical support in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include answering phones, scheduling, patient check-in/out, insurance verification, and basic vitals. Some phlebotomy/injections may be required; high school diploma or equivalent is required with CPR certification.