Medical Assistant II

Associated Physicians Group (APG) is currently seeking a Medical Assistant to join their team in Alton, Illinois. Below is a comprehensive overview of the position:

Position: Medical Assistant

Location: Alton, IL
Employment Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 3640 hours per week
Pay Range: $16.50 $22.00 per hour

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• paid time off
• flexible spending accounts
• on-the-job training
• employee discounts

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Assist in taking patient vitals, rooming patients, and recording accurate patient histories.
• Procedure Assistance: Prepare and assist with medical procedures as directed by the healthcare provider.
• Office Tasks: Handle basic medical office duties, including phone triage and maintaining patient records.
• Technology Use: Utilize Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications

• Experience: 13 years as a Medical Assistant or in a medical office setting.
• Certification: Certified or Registered Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA) preferred;motivated CNAs or other healthcare support professionals are also encouraged to apply.
• Skills: Strong clinical and communication skills;proficiency in EMR systems and Microsoft Office; clinical triageexperience is a plus.
• Specialty Experience: Experience in internal medicine or pain management is advantageous.

About Associated Physicians Group

APG is a privately owned medical practice with over 25 years of service in the Metro East St. Louis area. They offer a collaborative environment with a focus on work-life balance and professional development. APG provides a comprehensive approach to patient care, integrating services such as primary care, physical therapy, and interventional joint and spine care.