Medical Assistant
$37,440–$52,000 year
On-siteWestmont, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Escort patients to exam rooms, prepare them for procedures, and triage for radiologic studies. Assist physicians with examinations, wound care, and injectable medication preparation. Process prescriptions, coordinate referrals, and act as a patient liaison for problem resolution. Manage appointment scheduling, verify insurance, and maintain clinical charts. Clean exam rooms, sterilize equipment, and restock supplies per OSHA protocols. Respond to incoming calls, direct patients, and complete narrative summaries for legal or insurance purposes. Maintain professional image and attend mandatory in-service programs.
Required Qualifications
- Maintains CPR certification
- Able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
- Good verbal and written communication and writing skills
- Possess good working knowledge of practice management and EHR software, Google products, Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications
- Strong interpersonal skills, able to work well and communicate professionally with physicians, patients and staff in all levels in the organization
- Able to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time
- Position requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination
- Involves standing and walking
- Requires occasional lifting associated with patient transfers (i.e., up to 35 lbs.)
Desired Qualifications
- Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program is a plus
- Experience in an orthopedic healthcare setting is preferred
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