PSA) - Family Health Center - Evanston

Nevada System of Higher Education•Evanston, IL

15d•$20 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant- Family Health Center Position Highlights: Position: Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant Location: Evanston, IL Full Time/Part Time: Full Time Hours: Hours scheduled between 7:30am- 5pm Required Travel: Travel to other sites based upon department need

Requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent work experience is required.
Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program is preferred, but not required.
Certification: CPR certification through the American Heart Association required; Medical Assistant Certification (AMT or AAMA) is preferred, but not required.
Experience: One year of work experience required, previous experience working in a medical office (or related field) is preferred.
On the job training is provided for those who do not have previous medical assistant training or experience.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program is preferred, but not required.
Medical Assistant Certification (AMT or AAMA) is preferred, but not required.
previous experience working in a medical office (or related field) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Answer phones
Schedule appointments
Collect co-payments
Complete patient registration
Provide other administrative support to the physician practice
Check in and check out patient
Verify insurances
Greet patients and escort them to exam room
Document vital signs, allergies, medications and reason for office visit
Provide front office support as needed
Perform basic vitals like BP, height and weight
Phlebotomy and injections may be required

Benefits

Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance.
Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Parking
Wellness Program
Savings Plan
Health Savings Account Options
Retirement Options with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Community Involvement Opportunities