Medical Assistant, Specialty, GI

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Arlington Heights seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care and clinical tasks. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment with varying hours and a focus on patient throughput and care coordination. Join a team dedicated to quality care and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Premium pay for eligible employees

Career development opportunities

Medical, Dental, Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Plans

HSA options

Retirement plans with company match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• Preferred current certification from a recognized Medical Assistant body or obtain within 3 months.
• Knowledge of clinical equipment and materials.

Responsibilities

• Assists the provider with patient care activities and maintains exam and treatment rooms.
• Performs clinical duties such as taking vital signs and injections.
• Handles clerical tasks including answering phones and updating records.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Clinical Duties

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

BLS/CPR Certification

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$19.89 - $28.84 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Medical Assistant, Specialty, GI

Position Highlights:

• Position: Medical Assistant
• Location: 2101 S Arlington Heights Rd. Arlington Heights, IL.
• Full Time: 40 hours/week
• Hours: Varying hours - Monday to Friday (7:15am - 7pm).

What you will do:

Reporting to the Practice Manager and accountable to the Clinical Supervisor, serves as primary assistant to the medical provider by performing routine clinical tasks and direct patient care under supervision. Facilitates patient throughput, clinical testing, and follow-up activities based on physician orders.

• Assists the provider with patient care activities, maintains exam and treatment rooms, stocks supplies, and documents patient data. Prepares patients and assists during examinations.
• Reviews and updates patient records, schedules tests and treatments, and confers with physicians on patient tests and orders.
• Performs clinical duties such as taking vital signs, injections, immunizations, and supporting minor procedures. Performs venipunctures, Point of Care testing, and supports lab services.
• Handles clerical tasks including answering phones, updating records, scheduling, and coordinating patient care through triage and follow-up.

What you will need:

• Education: Preferred current certification from a recognized Medical Assistant body or obtain within 3 months.
• Certification: BLS/CPR for Healthcare Providers required.
• Experience: Knowledge of clinical equipment and materials.

Benefits:

• Premium pay for eligible employees.
• Career development opportunities.
• Medical, Dental, Vision options.
• Tuition Reimbursement, Free Parking, Wellness Plans, HSA options, Retirement plans with company match, Paid time off, Holiday pay, Community involvement, Visa sponsorship for Nursing and Lab roles.

Endeavor Health is dedicated to providing quality, community-connected care across multiple locations and hospitals, recognized for nursing excellence. We support our employees' career growth and professional potential.

Visit our website for more information and learn how we deliver on our mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best." Endeavor Health is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities.