Medical Assistant - South

Paycom; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Bonuses at 6 and 12 months

Full Benefits Package

Job summary

Erie Family Health Centers in the Greater Chicagoland Area is seeking Medical Assistants to support patients in the clinic. Join a compassionate team delivering high-quality care across all ages.

Competitive compensation with hourly pay, shift differential after 5:30 PM and weekends, sign-on bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of Clinical Medical Assistant program or BSN is required.
• 160-hour MA externship completion is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists medical staff with routine patient care, labs, and clerical tasks.
• Monitors patient flow to ensure timely service.
• Prepares examination rooms, keeps them clean and stocked.

Skills

Medical Assistant experience

Phlebotomy skills

EMR software usage

CPR certification

Interpersonal communication

Bilingual

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Clinical Medical Assistant program or BSN

MA externship 160 hours

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Various Sites - Greater Chicagoland Area - IL, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $19.00 - $22.00 Hourly, Join the Erie team! Motivated by the belief that healthcare is a human right, we provide high quality affordable care to support healthier people, families, and communities. Erie delivers holistic care to help every member of the family stay healthy and active from infancy through adulthood. Since 1957, we have provided high-quality care to diverse patients most in need, regardless of their insurance status, immigration status, or ability to pay.

Erie Family Health Centers, a top workplace in Chicago and suburbs, is looking for a valuable addition to our Clinical Support Staff team! The team is seeking outstanding Medical Assistants to support our patients in the clinic. Erie is a top workplace in Chicago and a great organization to expand your career as a medical assistant. Here are a few highlights specific to our medical assistant staff.

Competitive Compensation

• $19/hr.+ based on experience and with potential for merit increases. Registered MAs earn $1 more/hr.
• Shift differential: Additional $10/hr. for hours worked after 5:30 PM and weekends.
• $500 sign on bonus at 90 days, plus $1000 bonuses at 6 and 12 months!
• Annual merit increases

Career Ladder

• Opportunities for growth are available! MA, MA II, MA III, Trainer, Team Leader and Supervisor.

Schedule

The work schedule for this role is aligned with Erie's hours of operations.

At Erie, we are proud to provide competitive salaries, high-quality health care plans, generous time off benefits, retirement benefits, and more! Erie employees are eligible for Erie’s Full Benefits Package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance and Flexible Spending (FSA) for Health Care or Childcare. Retirement Programs: 401(k) program with Erie matching $0.50 for every $1.00 up to the first 5% of the employee’s biweekly salary. Annual Paid Time Off: starting at 15 days of PTO, and 8 paid holidays. Competitive salary, annual merit increases, plus room for growth and career advancement.

*Compensation is based on each candidate's experience, skills, and education within the range identified for the role. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements of the role will start at entry in the range. Any additional skills, experience, and education will be reflected in the compensation offered.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists medical professional staff members by performing routine patient care, laboratory procedures and clerical procedures to support the delivery of patient care
• Monitors patient flow by assuring that clients are serviced promptly and effectively
• Prepares examination rooms ensuring that rooms are clean, orderly and properly stocked with supplies for use during exams

Qualifications: Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required
• Successful completion of a Clinical Medical Assistant program required or a completion of BSN (Bachelor's of Science in Nursing)
• Successful completion of 160-hour MA Externship required or Completion

Skills and Knowledge

• Medical Assistant experience preferred
• Phlebotomy skills, or desire to learn, strongly preferred
• Experienced in utilizing a computer, Microsoft Products and EMR preferred
• Current and active CPR Card, required
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively
• Bilingual language is a plus

The Erie Advantage Pledge

WORKING TOGETHER FOR WHAT MATTERS MOST

• Our mission, vision, and values unite us.
• Our voices matter.
• We do things well.
• Our inclusive culture promotes balance and belonging.
• We find our career sweet spot at Erie.