Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Northwest suburban medical group3 months ago
Schaumburg, IL, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Job Title

Our office is looking to fill a friendly and energetic Full time medical assistant/receptionist to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Welcome patients, manage check-in/check-out, answer phones, and schedule appointments.
  • Record vital signs, medical history, medications, allergies, and chief complaints.
  • Prepare patients and examination rooms; assist providers during exams and minor procedures.
  • Administer injections, vaccines, perform EKGs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing as permitted.
  • Educate patients on medications, treatment plans, follow-up appointments, and preventive care.
  • Verify insurance eligibility, obtain prior authorizations, process referrals, and collect co-pays.
  • Maintain accurate electronic medical records (EMR), document patient encounters, and ensure HIPAA compliance.
  • Clean, stock, and sterilize exam rooms, instruments, and medical supplies.
  • Coordinate prescription refills, communicate test results as directed by the provider, and respond to patient messages.
  • Collaborate with physicians and the healthcare team to provide compassionate, efficient, and high-quality patient care.

Job Types:

Full-time, Contract

Pay:

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

Medical Specialty:

Primary Care

Education:

Preferred: High school or equivalent

License/Certification:

Preferred: Certified Medical Assistant

Work Location:

In person

Required Skills

Patient Welcome
Vital Signs Recording
Patient Education
Injections and Vaccines Administration
Appointment Scheduling
EKGs and Phlebotomy
Insurance Verification
Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Maintenance
Prior Authorization Processing
Check-in/Check-out Management
Medical History Documentation
HIPAA Compliance
Referral Collection
Prescription Coordination