Medical Assistant & Patient Support | Growth & Benefits

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/holidays

Incentive pay for select positions

Annual salary increases based on perf

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant in Lake Forest, IL. The role involves front-desk duties, patient intake, appointment scheduling, and administrative support in a busy physician practice.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent; CPR certification is required, and medical assisting education is preferred. The position may include phlebotomy and injections, with options for full- or part-time hours.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required; graduation from an accredited medical assisting program is preferred but not required.
• Certification: CPR through the American Heart Association is required; Medical Assistant Certification (AMT or AAMA) is preferred but not required.
• Experience: One year of work experience required; prior medical office experience is preferred. On-the-job training provided for those without prior training.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones.
• Schedule appointments.
• Collect co-pays.
• Complete patient registration.
• Provide front office 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.
• Perform basic vitals (BP, height, weight).
• Phlebotomy and injections may be required.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Phone etiquette

CPR certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical assisting program (preferred)

Job description

Endeavor Health is seeking a Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant in Lake Forest, IL. The role involves front-desk duties, patient intake, appointment scheduling, and administrative support in a busy physician practice.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent; CPR certification is required, and medical assisting education is preferred. The position may include phlebotomy and injections, with options for full- or part-time hours.