Medical Assistant & Scheduling Clerk — FT, Benefits

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Pathways to Promote Growth

Medical, Dental, 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

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Chicago, IL is seeking a Medical Assistant/Scheduling Assistant to provide front-office support and clinical assistance at a busy physician practice.

Responsibilities include answering phones, scheduling visits, collecting co-pays, checking in/out patients, verifying insurances, and assisting with vitals and basic procedures. Requires a high school diploma and CPR; MA certs preferred. Flexibility for travel and varied hours may be needed.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent work experience is required. Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program is preferred, but not required.
• Certification: CPR certification through the American Heart Association required; MA certification preferred, but not required.
• Experience: One year of work experience is required, previous experience in a medical office is preferred.

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)

Job description

Endeavor Health in Chicago, IL is seeking a Medical Assistant/Scheduling Assistant to provide front-office support and clinical assistance at a busy physician practice.

Responsibilities include answering phones, scheduling visits, collecting co-pays, checking in/out patients, verifying insurances, and assisting with vitals and basic procedures. Requires a high school diploma and CPR; MA certs preferred. Flexibility for travel and varied hours may be needed.