Medical Office Assistant Ortho Chandler

HonorHealth; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

HonorHealth seeks a Medical Office Assistant in Chicago, supporting patient scheduling and clerical duties. This role involves ensuring patient flow efficiency and compliance with care policies. Applicants should have completed a Medical Assistant training program and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant training program.
• 1 year of experience in a medical setting is preferred.
• Ability to obtain Fingerprint Clearance Card within 7 days.

Responsibilities

• Schedules patients and manages billing information.
• Prepares treatment rooms and assists providers during exams.
• Performs front office duties such as reception and verification.

Skills

Patient Scheduling

Clerical Support

Vital Signs Measurement

Telephone Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of a Medical Assistant training program

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Medical Assistant Certification

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Overview

Looking to be part of something more meaningful? At HonorHealth, you’ll be part of a team, creating a multi-dimensional care experience for our patients. You’ll have opportunities to make a difference. From our Ambassador Movement to our robust training and development programs, you can select where and how you want to make an impact. HonorHealth offers a diverse benefits portfolio for our full-time and part-time team members designed to help you and your family live your best lives. Visit honorhealth.com/benefits to learn more. Join us. Let’s go beyond expectations and transform healthcare together.

HonorHealth is one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, serving a population of five million people in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. The network includes six hospitals, an extensive medical group, cancer care, outpatient surgery centers, clinical research, medical education, and more, with nearly 17,000 team members and 3,700 providers committed to high-quality care.

Responsibilities

Job Summary

Supports various aspects of the practice, including charge entry and collection of co-payments. Assists in maintaining efficient patient flow and performs clerical and patient support duties under physician supervision. Ensures compliance with policies and demonstrates integrity, respect, and excellence in providing care.

Essential Functions

1. Schedules patients, verifies authorizations, collects co-payments, and manages billing information.
2. Prepares treatment rooms, reviews patient charts, takes vital signs, and assists providers during exams.
3. Handles telephone communications, including relaying information and pharmacy refills.
4. Performs front office duties such as reception, verification, and scheduling.
5. Coordinates with insurance companies for authorizations and referrals.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant training program and a High School Diploma or GED.
• 1 year experience in a medical setting (preferred).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Completion of an approved medical assistant training or certification exam.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain one within 7 days.
• Medical Assistant Certification (preferred, with reimbursement offered).

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare

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