Medical Assistant - PRN

Marathon-Health; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO + holidays

Scrub costs covered

Job summary

Marathon Health is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant in Rockford, IL to support a primary care physician and deliver high-quality patient care. The role blends medical assisting with front-desk responsibilities to ensure a seamless patient experience.

Responsibilities include vitals, injections, phlebotomy, medication administration, and coordinating referrals while maintaining accurate records and contributing to a team-based care approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a Medical Assistant.
• Graduation from a formal Medical Assistant program.
• National or state-specific MA certification or registration is strongly preferred/required where applicable.
• CPR/BLS certification required at time of start date.
• Phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to room and ensure exam rooms are cleaned and stocked.
• Take vitals, perform blood draws, give injections, bandage wounds, assist with procedures.
• Prepare and administer medications and immunizations as directed by the Provider.
• Front desk duties: scheduling, records requests, referrals, check-in/out.
• Record data in the medical record and communicate test results to patients as directed.
• Participate in outreach to engage patients and coordinate care with the team.

Skills

Medical Assistant experience

CPR/BLS

Phlebotomy

Front desk duties

Education

Medical Assistant program graduation

MA certification/registration

Job description

Marathon Health is a leading advanced primary care provider, partnering with employer and union plan sponsors to improve health for millions of Americans. With nationwide onsite, nearsite, and network health centers, and virtual primary care, Marathon delivers a value-based model that enhances the healthcare experience for members and providers, while driving meaningful cost savings for plan sponsors. Marathon is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work, reflecting the company's commitment to building an inclusive, high-trust culture where all employees can thrive. Learn more at marathon.healthHighlights of working at Marathon Health:Competitive health benefits that start 1st of month after start date15 days of PTO plus paid holidaysNo out-of-pocket cost for scrubsPay Range: $21.00-25.00/hr The actual offer may vary dependent upon geographic location and the candidate’s years of experience and/or skill level.About UsAt Marathon Health we are building the most trusted, accessible and personalized healthcare experience alongside our patients and clients. With 20+ years’ experience from our shared organizations, we hold a unified goal of building deep, trusted and lasting relationships with our patients and clients. As Marathon Health, we are guided by our core principles of Patients First, Courage, Ingenuity, Community, and Fun.About the RoleWe are currently looking for an experienced Medical Assistant to join our team. The Medical Assistant is a key component of our care team and works closely with a primary care physician to deliver excellent patient care and provide an exceptional guest experience to our patients. Because of our unique model, our Medical Assistants oversee the full spectrum of the patient experience- acting both as a Medical Receptionist as well as assuming clinical responsibilities of a Medical Assistant.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all-inclusive.Escorts patients to room and ensures that exam rooms are thoroughly cleaned and stockedReviews previous medical information and gathers any relevant updated health information from the patient to inform the providerTake vitals, perform blood draws, give injections, bandage wounds, assist with procedures. Work with the contracted labs for additional testsPrepares and administers approved medications and immunizations via oral, topical, inhaled, intramuscular, subcutaneous or intradermal at the direction of and upon written order from the ProviderPartners with other members of the care team to develop individual patient plan of care including identifying and working to address gaps in careFront desk duties, including: patient scheduling, medical record requests and abstraction, documentation, coordinate specialist visits, referrals, and other care outside of the clinic, check-in, check-out, etc.Records accurate and pertinent data in the medical record according to documentation guidelinesProcess test results and provide the patient with timely results via e-message, mail or phone as directed in written instructions by the ProviderParticipates in outreach to patients to drive engagement among eligible patient groupsMaintains clinical and office supplies and equipment for treatmentsAbout YouMinimum of 1 year of experience working as a Medical Assistant, preferably in Primary Care. May vary based on clinic needsGraduation from a formal Medical Assistant program or other related programNational or state-specific MA certification or registration is strongly preferred. MA certification or registration is required for employment in States where certification/registration is required.CPR/BLS certification required at time of start datePhlebotomy experience is preferred