Pediatric Orthopedics Medical Assistant - Per Diem AM

aah; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Aurora Medical Group (AMG) in Park Ridge, IL is seeking a per diem Medical Assistant to support the Pediatric Orthopedic Clinic. This part-time position requires flexible weekday hours and may involve travel to nearby locations.

You will welcome patients, take vital signs, prepare for exams, assist clinicians, administer vaccines as directed, perform basic lab tasks, and document care in the electronic health record.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, or 2 years of verifiable full-time MA experience within the last 5 years.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association must be obtained within 45 days unless waived by department leader.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and support their transition into care.
• Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and health screenings.
• Prepare patients for exams and assist providers during procedures.
• Administer medications and vaccines as directed.
• Perform lab-related tasks including specimen collection and point-of-care testing.
• Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
• Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver high-quality, coordinated care.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of accredited or approved Medical Assistant program

BLS certification (AHA) within 45 days

Job description

Aurora Medical Group (AMG) in Park Ridge, IL is seeking a per diem Medical Assistant to support the Pediatric Orthopedic Clinic. This part-time position requires flexible weekday hours and may involve travel to nearby locations.

You will welcome patients, take vital signs, prepare for exams, assist clinicians, administer vaccines as directed, perform basic lab tasks, and document care in the electronic health record.