Medical Assistant - Rheum

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 58,139,000 - 84,301,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical/Dental/Vision

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Retirement options with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Medical Assistant - Rheumatology to join our Elmhurst/Lombard team. This full-time role supports physicians with patient preparation, specimen collection, phlebotomy, and routine diagnostic tests while ensuring accurate record-keeping and patient comfort.

Eligible candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, AHA CPR certification, and a valid driver's license with flexibility for off-site travel and occasional overtime, evenings, and Saturdays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CPR Certification issued by American Heart Association (AHA).
• A valid driver's license is required if off-site duties are assigned; if using personal vehicle, maintain automobile liability coverage.
• Flexible to scheduling changes including overtime, evening and Saturday rotation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for physical examinations, obtain specimens, conduct routine laboratory tests, and perform phlebotomy under supervision; assist physician with clinical and administrative tasks.

Skills

CPR Certification

Valid driver's license

Flexible scheduling

Bilingual Spanish (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$20.29 - $29.42 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Sign On Bonus: This position is eligible for a $1,000 sign on bonus. The first $500 will be paid on the pay date of the pay period in which you achieve your 6-month mark of employment. The remaining $500 will be paid on the pay date of the pay period in which you achieve your 1-year mark of employment, as long as you are still employed in this position at a 0.5 FTE or above.
• Position: Medical Assistant - Rheumatology
• Location: 1200 S York Street, Elmhurst, and 130 S Main Street, Lombard
• Full Time: 40 hours /week
• Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Rotating 1 Saturday/month 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Schedule varies between Office Hours.
• Required Travel: This role includes some travel to other locations and requires flexible hours to meet operational needs

What you will do:

• Under general supervision of clinic supervisor, and following established procedures and precedents, prepares patients for physical examination, obtains specimens, conducts select routine laboratory tests and records results, and performs phlebotomy, routine diagnostic tests. Under delegated supervision of a physician; performs clinical and administrative tasks.

What you will need:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Current CPR Certification issued by American Heart Association (AHA)
• A valid driver's license is required if the incumbent is selected to perform related duties at an off-site location. If the incumbent uses their personal vehicle, the incumbent must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law and evidence of such coverage may be requested.
• Flexible to scheduling changes including overtime, evening and Saturday rotation

Preferred:

• Certified, Registered, and Clinical Certified Medical Assistants (CMA , RMA or CCMA) are required to provide current certification or registration through American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA), National Health career Association (NHA) or any other certifying agency and should have at least 6 months of clinical experience.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• Premium pay for eligible employees
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• 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

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging-each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.