Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant - Cancer CenterHourly Pay Range: $19.89 - $28.84 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.Position Highlights:Position: Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant - Cancer CenterLocation: Evanston Hospital - Evanston, ILFull Time | 40 hours/weekHours: Monday-Friday, 8am - 4:30pm/8:30am-5pm, no weekends or holidays. Schedule will be based on clinical needs.What You Will Do:Answer phonesSchedule appointmentsCollect co-paymentsComplete patient registrationProvide other administrative support to the physician practiceCheck in and check out patientVerify insurancesGreet patients and escort them to exam roomDocument vital signs, allergies, medications and reason for office visitProvide front office support as neededPerform basic vitals like BP, height and weightPhlebotomy and injections may be requiredWhat You Will Need:Education: High school diploma or equivalent work experience is required. Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program is preferred.Certification: CPR certification through the American Heart Association required; Medical Assistant Certification (AMT or AAMA) is preferred.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.Benefits (For full time or part time positions):Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and DevelopmentVarious Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision optionsTuition ReimbursementDiscounted ParkingWellness Program Savings PlanHealth Savings Account OptionsRetirement Options with Company MatchPaid Time Off and Holiday PayCommunity Involvement OpportunitiesEndeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence.When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.