Medical Assistant
PainPoint Health•Barrington, IL
•$22 - $24•Onsite
About The Position
As a Medical Assistant, you'll provide both clinical and administrative support while helping ensure patients receive efficient, compassionate care. For more than 25 years, Illinois Pain & Spine Institute has provided advanced interventional pain care throughout the Chicago area. As Illinois' largest interventional pain practice, IPSI specializes in minimally invasive treatments designed to help patients manage pain, improve mobility, and enhance their quality of life.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- At least one year of experience in a healthcare setting
- Medical Assistant certification may be required
- Knowledge of medical terminology, spelling, and office ethics
- Understanding of patient confidentiality requirements
- Familiarity with clerical procedures, recordkeeping, and filing
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
Nice To Haves
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong customer service and patient care abilities
- Organization and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities
- Compassionate, patient-focused approach
- Professionalism and discretion with confidential information
- Ability to support both clinical and administrative operations
Responsibilities
- Obtain and document medical histories, vital signs, test results, and other patient information
- Prepare patients, examination rooms, treatment areas, equipment, and instruments
- Assist physicians and practitioners with examinations, procedures, and patient care
- Prepare, order, and administer medications under physician direction and supervision
- Assist with pre- and post-procedure patient transfers
- Maintain medical supply inventory and stock clinical areas
- Provide compassionate support to patients and families
- Answer and direct phone calls
- Check in patients and obtain required information, forms, and consents
- Schedule, reschedule, and coordinate patient appointments
- Assist with waitlist management and schedule optimization
- Schedule follow-up appointments at checkout and document reasons when appointments cannot be scheduled
- Maintain accurate records and support daily office operations
- Protect patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA requirements
- Maintain compliance with OSHA and other healthcare regulations
- Complete required training and follow established clinical and office procedures
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Company-paid holidays
- Accident and Life/AD&D insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Travel Assistance Program
- Identity theft protection services
- LifeMart Employee Discount Program
- Bonusly employee recognition platform
- DailyPay on-demand pay access
- Health management tools
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
