Medical Assistant – PCMH Clinic Support (Day Shift)

Cook County Health; Illinois; On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook County Health at Sengstacke Specialty Care seeks a Medical Assistant to join a multidisciplinary team under physician supervision. The role blends clinical support and administrative tasks to sustain patient-centered care within PCMH and specialty clinics.

Responsibilities include taking histories, assisting exams, basic lab work, immunizations, phlebotomy, and coordinating referrals while maintaining HIPAA compliance and precise documentation. Shift runs 9:00am–5:00pm.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or five years of experience.
• MA certification through recognized national boards or Cook County Training program.
• CPR certification required at interview time.

Responsibilities

• Obtain medical history and vitals; document accurately.
• Prepare exam rooms, maintain cleanliness and supply inventory.
• Perform lab procedures and point-of-care testing; log results.
• Assist physician with exams and procedures; document medications.
• Handle clerical duties: scheduling, billing, records, referrals.
• Administer immunizations and phlebotomy as directed; ensure safety.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

HIPAA awareness

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Flexibility and adaptability

Time management

Patient-centered care

Education

Medical Assistant program completed

Certification as MA (AAMA/AMT/NHA/ARMA/NCCT/NRCMA)

Cook County MA Training Program completion

CPR Certification (American Red Cross or AHA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cook County Health at Sengstacke Specialty Care seeks a Medical Assistant to join a multidisciplinary team under physician supervision. The role blends clinical support and administrative tasks to sustain patient-centered care within PCMH and specialty clinics.

Responsibilities include taking histories, assisting exams, basic lab work, immunizations, phlebotomy, and coordinating referrals while maintaining HIPAA compliance and precise documentation. Shift runs 9:00am–5:00pm.