Medical Assistant

USA Clinics Group•Elmwood Park, IL

9h•Onsite

About The Position

USA Clinics Group is seeking a Medical Assistant to support its healthcare team and clinic workflow. The role includes assisting physicians during medical procedures, managing patient interactions, and maintaining a welcoming environment. The position floats between the Elmwood Park, Belmont, Schaumburg, and Skokie clinic locations. It is full-time, Monday through Friday, with compensation of $21–$24 per hour based on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two to three years of hands-on clinical experience as a Medical Assistant or in a similar direct patient-care role, such as a Medical Assistant externship, CNA, HHA, Nursing Assistant, or Patient Care Technician.
Experience performing clinical duties such as taking vital signs, patient rooming, phlebotomy, EKGs, injections, and specimen collection.
Completion of a Medical Assistant training program and/or current CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification.
Patient-facing or customer service experience in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Greet, room, and assist patients, creating a welcoming and positive experience.
Obtain and document vital signs, medical histories, and other clinical information in the electronic medical record.
Perform clinical tasks within the scope of training and certification, including phlebotomy, EKGs, injections or vaccinations, and specimen collection.
Accurately document patient interactions and clinical information using EMR/EHR systems.
Provide exceptional patient service while managing a high volume of interactions in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Support patient care in healthcare settings such as physician offices, clinics, urgent care centers, pharmacies, hospitals, or home health environments.
Use bilingual communication skills to support patient interactions when applicable.