Medical Assistant (Orthopedic Spine)

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush • Chicago, IL

1d • $20 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Midwest Orthopedics at Rush is seeking a full-time Certified Medical Assistant to support a busy orthopedic spine team at its outpatient clinic in Chicago near the Illinois Medical District. The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to physicians and physician assistants, helping ensure exceptional patient care in a fast-paced clinic environment. The role involves patient flow, clinical documentation, procedure assistance, patient communication, appointment coordination, and maintaining clean, stocked exam rooms.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, CCMA, or equivalent).
• Strong communication, teamwork, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinic environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in orthopedics.
• Experience with workers’ compensation and IMEs.

Responsibilities

• Direct the flow of patients into exam rooms during clinic days.
• Take patient histories, measure vital signs including weight, height, and blood pressure, and document this information in patient charts.
• Enter data into the computer to maintain office and patient records.
• Support physicians during orthopedic procedures, including setting up sterile fields, passing instruments, and managing supplies when applicable.
• Provide instructions to patients as directed by a physician or physician assistant.
• Prepare charts for upcoming clinics and ensure related reports are available in patients’ medical records before appointments.
• Complete patient record reviews.
• Triage patient calls, schedule or cancel appointments, and schedule surgeries as directed by the physician.
• Clean rooms between patients and clean and stock rooms at the end of the day.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
• Critical illness and accident insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• 401(k) employer contribution.
• Pet insurance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tax-advantaged accounts (FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care FSA).
• HSA employer contribution when enrolled in a high-deductible health plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunity to grow and develop a career with an industry leader.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED