Medical Assistant & Patient Support – Per Diem, Evanston

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

Benefits offered by this job

Career Pathways to Promote Growth

Various Medical, Dental, Vision plans

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 in Evanston, IL is seeking a Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant to provide front office and patient care support on a per diem basis. Responsibilities include answering phones, scheduling, check-in/out, and basic clinical tasks as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR certification, and at least 1 year of medical office experience; MA certification is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; graduate of accredited medical assisting program preferred.
• Certification: CPR certification through the American Heart Association required; Medical Assistant Certification preferred, but not required.
• Experience: One year of work experience in a medical office required; on-the-job training provided for those without MA experience.

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

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program (preferred)

CPR certification through the American Heart Association (required)

Job description

Endeavor Health in Evanston, IL is seeking a Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant to provide front office and patient care support on a per diem basis. Responsibilities include answering phones, scheduling, check-in/out, and basic clinical tasks as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR certification, and at least 1 year of medical office experience; MA certification is a plus but not required.