Orthopedics Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Ops

Mercy Health System; Rockford Township (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA options

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Well-being programs

Employee discounts

On-Demand Pay

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a Medical Assistant to room patients, collect assessments, and assist in examinations and clinic procedures. The role includes scheduling, greeting visitors, and maintaining patient charts in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have graduation from an ABHES/CAAHEP accredited MA program, CPR/BLS within 90 days, and a willingness to perform injections if trained. Competitive benefit package available.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program or equivalent with recognized accreditation.
• CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Experience in clinical settings and ability to perform injections if trained.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, collect data, and assist with examinations and procedures.
• Schedule and manage appointments and remind patients as needed.
• Register patients and maintain accurate charts and records.
• Coordinate referrals and assist with basic lab and screening tasks.

Skills

Medical terminology

Clinical assessment

Patient data entry

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

ABHES/CAAHEP MA program

Accredited MA program

NCCA/NHA certification prep

Tools

Electronic health records

Appointment scheduling software

Job description

Mercyhealth is seeking a Medical Assistant to room patients, collect assessments, and assist in examinations and clinic procedures. The role includes scheduling, greeting visitors, and maintaining patient charts in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have graduation from an ABHES/CAAHEP accredited MA program, CPR/BLS within 90 days, and a willingness to perform injections if trained. Competitive benefit package available.