Medical Assistant

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under general supervision of clinic supervisor, and following established procedures and precedents, prepares patients for physical examination, obtains specimens, conducts select routine laboratory tests and records results, and performs phlebotomy, routine diagnostic tests. Under delegated supervision of a physician; performs clinical and administrative tasks.

Hours: Full time 36hrs/week. M-F 8am- 5pm. Rotating Sat Am . This position is eligible for benefits.

Location: 24600 W 127th St, Suite B100, Plainfield

Family practice - Very busy office supporting 5 providers and additional clinical staff.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

We will consider experienced Medical Assistants (MA), Certified Medical Assistants (CMA) and Registered Medical Assistants (RMA) and Certified Clinical Medical Assistants (CCMA).

Position Requirements include:

• High school diploma or GED
• Certified, Registered, and Clinical Certified Medical Assistants (CMA , RMA or CCMA) are required to provide current certification or registration through American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA), National Health career Association (NHA) or any other certifying agency and should have at least 6 months of clinical experience.  
• Candidates who are not certified or registered should have at least one year of clinical experience.
• Current CPR Certification issued by either American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• A valid driver's license is required if the incumbent is selected to perform related duties at an off-site location. If the incumbent uses their personal vehicle, the incumbent must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law and evidence of such coverage may be requested.
• Flexible to scheduling changes.
• Prior work experience in Family Practice preferred.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Why join Edward-Elmhurst?

• Edward-Elmhurst Health includes three hospitals — Edward Hospital, Elmhurst Hospital, and Linden Oaks Behavioral Health — and an extensive ambulatory care network that provides comprehensive healthcare to residents of the west and southwest suburbs of Chicago.   Edward-Elmhurst Health provides comprehensive healthcare at over 100 locations in the suburbs of Chicago.  Our success has always been — and always will be — driven by our most talented, reliable, compassionate and skilled people, who genuinely believe in delivering top quality care to our patients and their families. At Edward-Elmhurst Health, you will also experience a vibrant culture and an atmosphere of nurturing support and leadership.
  Be DRIVEN to join our over 8,000 employees, 1,700 staff physicians and 1,800 volunteers who want to provide safe, seamless and personalized care every day for our patients, our families and our communities.
   

Healthy D.R.I.V.E.N. values

• Determination: A passionate pursuit of continuous improvement
• Respect: A belief that everyone should be treated with dignity—our patients, their families and each other
• Integrity: A firm commitment to always doing the right thing
• Vision: A forward-focused mindset that emphasizes collaboration and innovation
• Excellence: A steadfast focus on delivering safe, highly reliable care to ensure a distinctively high quality, patient-centered experience
• Nurturing: A dedication to providing hope, encouragement, empathy and compassion

Benefits offered by Edward-Elmhurst Health include:

• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401K
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Fitness center membership
• Plus many other employee perks