Medical Assistant II
Job Description
Position: Medical Assistant
Location: Alton, IL
Employment Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 36-40 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: 1-3 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 triage experience 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.
Package Details
Skills: Administrative Skills, Certified Medical Assistant, Clinical Competency, Clinical Support, Communication Skills, Electronic Medical Records, Healthcare Administration, Healthcare Providers, Life Insurance, Medical Assistance, Medical Office, Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Medicine, Microsoft Office, Record Keeping, Telephone Triage, Vision Plan