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American Public Human Services Association

Medical Assistant (REG)

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A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.

$41,271 / year median in Illinois

+16% projected growth

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Additional Information About the Role Come join our team as a full-time Medical Assistant with BJC Medical Group in Alton, Illinois, this is a rare opportunity to join a great team! Outpatient $2,500 Sign-On Bonus Eligible 40-Hours per week Day Shift Benefit Eligible
NO CALL, NO WEEKENDS, NO HOLIDAYS
Overview Since 1937, Alton Memorial Hospital has cared for residents in Alton, Illinois, and the surrounding communities in a five-county area. Starting as a land gift to the community from the Smith family, Alton Memorial today is a full-service acute care hospital. Alton Memorial offers patients a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including surgery services, medical imaging, interventional and diagnostic heart services, cancer care, rehabilitation, 24-hour emergency care, ambulance services and more. Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose The Medical Assistant (MA) provides medical assistance under the direction of a physician or other licensed provider. This position performs select duties for the promotion of health in the care of patients and delivers care according to practice protocols and procedures. Responsibilities Cleans, prepares and stocks supplies in exam rooms. Obtains vital signs, patient history and maintains accurate and prompt charting in the patient's record. Performs clinical skills, such as phlebotomy, electrocardiography (EKGs), point-of-care testing and injections. Triage calls, provide test and lab results to patients and present relevant information to provider with correct medical terminology. Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications Cert/Reg in Area of Expertise Preferred Requirements Experience