Medical Assistant Urgent Care

Spectrum Health; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Corewell Health’s Urgent Care Rockford site is seeking a Medical Assistant to join a fast-paced, diverse team. You’ll support clinicians, assist with direct patient care, and help ensure smooth patient flow in a busy urgent care clinic.

The role requires a high school diploma, completion of an MA program or equivalent experience, and 1 year of healthcare experience. BLS certification is expected within 90 days, with MA certifications within 120 days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of accredited Medical Assistant training program that includes hands-on in-person clinical skills training OR minimum 1 year of direct patient care in MA/LPN/Paramedic/EMT.
• 1 year of relevant experience in a physician practice or healthcare setting.
• Preferred AHA/ARC BLS certification required within 90 days.
• One of CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA/NAHP CMA certifications required within 120 days.

Responsibilities

• Be a member of the clinical support team and work closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
• Act as a vital part of the team, contributing to efficient patient flow and supportive clinic operations.

Skills

Direct patient care

Healthcare teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Accredited Medical Assistant program

BLS certification within 90 days

MA certifications (CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA/NAHP) within 120 days

Job description

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Corewell Health is offering a $3,000 sign-on bonus for this opportunity! Sign-On Bonus for External applicants or current CHW MA Apprentice Students only

About the Unit

You never know what you’re going to get! In urgent care, we see all kinds of patients for any reason. Fast-paced environment and a variety of patients. Continuously changing, remarkably diverse group. It can be a challenging space to work in.

About Outpatient Clinics

Corewell Health operates over 300 outpatient clinics across Michigan, bringing a multitude of care options to the communities that we serve. There are over 40 different types of primary care and specialty practices, which allows those who work in these clinics the opportunity to learn and explore various interests or to specialize in one area.

Scope of work

As a Medical Assistant with Corewell Health, you'll be a member of our clinical support team and work closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure the delivery of the best possible care. You'll be a vital part of our team, making a real difference in the lives of our patients.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program that includes hands‑on, in‑person clinical skills training OR a minimum of one (1) year of experience working specifically in the role of a Medical Assistant, LPN, Paramedic or EMT performing direct patient care and clinical support functions consistent with MA scope of practice Required
• 1 year of relevant experience in a physician practice or healthcare setting Required
• Preferred AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Required within 90 Days
• One of the following Required within 120 Days
• AAMA Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) AMT Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) NHA Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA) NCCT Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) NAHP Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA)

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On‑demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection
• home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE – Care Center Rockford – 8501 Meadow Creek – Rockford

Department

Urgent Care Rockford Care Ctr – Medical Group West

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduling

Scheduled Hours 36 Hours of Work 7:45 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug‑free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on‑site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not‑for‑profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post‑acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.