Outpatient Medical Assistant - EHR & Patient Care

University of Illinois Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UI Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) for an on-site outpatient role in Chicago, IL. Under physician supervision, you will support clerical and clinical tasks to aid patient care in an outpatient setting.

Responsibilities include EHR management, patient intake, vital signs, specimen collection, and coordination of referrals. Must hold CMA certification and CPR, with English/Spanish communication proficiency.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• CMA certification from AAMA, AMT, NCCT or NHA.
• AHA CPR certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Maintain medical records in EHR systems and prepare records for visits.
• Assist with patient intake, preliminary assessment and documentation of patient condition.
• Support nursing/medical staff with procedures and patient education.
• Perform clerical tasks: scheduling, check-in/out, and records management.
• Coordinate pre-authorization and referrals as needed.

Skills

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification

Job description

UI Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) for an on-site outpatient role in Chicago, IL. Under physician supervision, you will support clerical and clinical tasks to aid patient care in an outpatient setting.

Responsibilities include EHR management, patient intake, vital signs, specimen collection, and coordination of referrals. Must hold CMA certification and CPR, with English/Spanish communication proficiency.