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NorthShore University HealthSystem
Medical Assistant / Patient Support Assistant - GI
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What they do
A Registrar or Patient Service Representative provides direct assistance to patients at a health care or long term care facility. Answers questions and helps resolve complaints; provides liaison with health care providers; may assist with coordinating appointments or addressing billing or insurance issues.
$44,421 / year median in Illinois
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Medical Assistant / Patient Support Assistant
- GI NorthShore University HealthSystem paid time off, tuition reimbursement United States, Illinois, Arlington Heights 880 West Central Road (Show on map) Aug 19, 2026
Hourly Pay Range:
$19.89- $28.84
- The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
Position Highlights:
Position:
Medical Assistant / Patient Support Assistant (dual role)•GI Location:
2101S Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights Full Time:
40 hours/ weekHours:
Varies Monday- Friday, 7:00 AM
- 5:00 PM. Typically 8
- hour shifts.
Travel Required:
15 S. McHenry Rd, Buffalo Grove & 880 W Central Rd, Arlington Heights & 519 S. Roselle Rd, Schaumburg & 21481 N Rand Rd, Kildeer This role includes some travel to other locations and requires flexible hours to meet operational needs.What you will do:
Answer phones Schedule appointments Collect co-payments Complete patient registration Provide other administrative support to the physician practice Check in and check out patient Verify insurances Greet patients and escort them to exam room Document vital signs, allergies, medications and reason for office visit Provide front office support as needed Perform full vital signs Injections may be required What you will need:Education:
High school diploma or equivalent work experience is required. Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program is preferred, but not requiredCertification:
CPR certification through the American Heart Association required; Medical Assistant Certification (AMT, AAMA, ARMA, CCMA, CMA, MAC, AMCA) is preferred, but not requiredExperience:
One year of work experience required, previous experience working in a medical office (or related field) is preferred. On the job training is provided for those who do not have previous medical assistant training or experience Benefits (For full time or part-time positions): Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options Tuition Reimbursement Free Parking Wellness Program Savings Plan Health Savings Account Options Retirement Options with Company Match Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals- Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago)
- all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence.