Certified Medical Assistant Heart and Vascular Maywood

Medical Assistant

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Day Shift

Description: Monday thru Friday Day Shift 1 evening per week Now weekends/Holidays

Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. Loyola Medicine Transport is based at Loyola University Medical Center and is part of a three-hospital system including Loyola University Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, and MacNeal Hospital.

The certified Medical Assistant utilizes a defined skill set consistent with the basic educational program, certification, and relevant work experience to deliver direct care to the patient in the ambulatory setting. Working under the direct supervision/licensure of the physician, the Medical Assistant is an integral member of the health care team and is responsible for coordinating the pre/intra/post aspects of the medical visit. Those include direct care, registration & scheduling, physician-patient communication and other office-related tasks.

In addition, will administer medication and works directly with other health care professionals at the site as well as ancillary department and services to coordinate care.

Direct Care:

Provides care to the patient and support to the physician throughout the entire visit, beginning at the time of arrival at the reception desk, during the visit, and completion of the check out process. This includes but is not limited to history taking, assisting with routine tasks and procedures, telephone messaging, scheduling and visit follow up orders. Works under the supervision of a registered professional nurse when additional skill, assessment and expertise are needed, or in the absence of the physician.

What we offer:

Tuition reimbursement for all full and part-time colleagues effective first day of employment

Benefits day one (Including: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life, STD/LTD, etc.)

Retirement savings account with employer match

Generous paid time off program + 7 paid holidays

Employee referral incentive program

DailyPay! Work today/Get paid today

Colleague well-being resources

Minimum Education:

Required: High School Diploma plus training acquired through work experience or education

Preferred: Administrative or technical background acquired through completion of 2 - 3 years of college

Minimum Experience:

Required: One year of Medical Assistant work experience in lieu of successful completion of accredited medical assistant program

Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience

Licensure/Certifications:

Required:

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) required within six months of hire from one of the following organizations:

American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)

American Medical Technologists (AMT)

National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

National Healthcareer Association (NHA)

CPR/BLS by the American Heart Association upon hire

Compensation:

Pay Range: $18.16 - 28.14 per hour

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.