PRN Ambulatory Float Medical Assistant | Patient Care Expert

Mercyhealth; Rockford (IL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercyhealth Riverside Clinic - Rockford, IL is seeking a PRN Ambulatory Float Medical Assistant to join the team. The role involves rooming patients, collecting assessments, and assisting with examinations and lab procedures in a busy ambulatory setting.

Required is graduation from an ABHES/CAAHEP-accredited MA program or equivalent, with CPR/BLS certification within 90 days. Prior clinical rotation is preferred; strong teamwork and communication are essential for efficient patient flow.

Qualifications

• Graduate of ABHES/CAAHEP-accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent with regional or national accreditation.
• Certification/licensure: CPR or BLS certification within 90 days.
• Clinical rotation experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Rooms patients and collects assessment data.
• Assists in examination, treatment and clinic procedures.
• Assists with laboratory procedures, screening tests, and QI projects.
• Answers calls and triages or directs to appropriate staff.
• Schedules appointments and updates computerized scheduler.
• Coordinates referrals and processes payments.
• Prepares and maintains patient charts and records.

Education

ABHES/CAAHEP–accredited Medical Assistant program

ACCEPTED post-secondary Medical Assistant program with regional/national accreditation

NCCA/NHA-accredited program (e.g., NCCT)

Job description

Mercyhealth Riverside Clinic - Rockford, IL is seeking a PRN Ambulatory Float Medical Assistant to join the team. The role involves rooming patients, collecting assessments, and assisting with examinations and lab procedures in a busy ambulatory setting.

Required is graduation from an ABHES/CAAHEP-accredited MA program or equivalent, with CPR/BLS certification within 90 days. Prior clinical rotation is preferred; strong teamwork and communication are essential for efficient patient flow.