Medical Assistant - Per Diem, Patient-Centered Care

Concentra, Inc; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Concentra, Inc is seeking a Medical Assistant PRN in Waukegan to join our patient care team. You will perform medical testing, prepare patients for examinations, and assist clinicians in a fast-paced setting while delivering excellent patient service.

The role requires completing an accredited MA program or relevant patient care experience, with state regulatory compliance and strong communication skills. Per diem schedule supports flexibility and diverse duties across the center.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program with externship preferred, or at least one year of direct patient care.
• Must meet state requirements and applicable regulations.
• Military medical experience accepted if credentials meet state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol testing and prepare patients for exams with vital signs and ancillary tests.
• Assist providers during examinations and treatments and triage emergencies as needed.
• Perform rapid screening tests (influenza, strep, glucose, etc.) and handle front/back office duties.
• Maintain supplies, clean rooms, calibrate devices, and ensure accurate documentation.
• Enter data into systems, greet patients, check in/out, and communicate wait times.
• Adhere to HIPAA guidelines and participate in required training and meetings.

Skills

Service Mentality

Attention to Detail

Sense of Urgency

Initiative

Flexibility

Customer Service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Accredited medical assistant program with externship

Tools

Microsoft Office

Clinical data entry systems

Job description

Concentra, Inc is seeking a Medical Assistant PRN in Waukegan to join our patient care team. You will perform medical testing, prepare patients for examinations, and assist clinicians in a fast-paced setting while delivering excellent patient service.

The role requires completing an accredited MA program or relevant patient care experience, with state regulatory compliance and strong communication skills. Per diem schedule supports flexibility and diverse duties across the center.