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NorthShore University Health System
Medical Assistant / Patient Support Assistant (Chi
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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
at NorthShore University Health System in
Evanston, Illinois, United States Job Description 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. Medical Assistant/Patient Support Assistant (Chicago/North Suburbs
- Multiple Locations) This application is an evergreen opportunity, which means by applying once, you'll be considered for current and future Medical Assistant openings across our Northwest suburb locations.
Locations Available:
We're hiring Medical Assistants across a variety of our medical groups around Chicago and Northern suburbs, including:Skokie Evanston Glenview Gurnee Highland Park North Chicago Shifts Available:
We offer flexibility to fit your lifestyle and career goals: (Please note that all shifts may not be available at every location). Full-time only (not seasonal or temporary)Hours:
Monday-Friday with potential rotating Saturdays Weekend coverage options Travel required for float positions If selected for an interview, you'll be able to share your location and shift preferences!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 basic vitals like BP, height and weight Phlebotomy and 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 required.Certification:
CPR certification through the American Heart Association required; Medical Assistant Certification (AMT or AAMA) is strongly preferred, but not required.Experience:
One year of work experience preferred. Open day-time availability within the first month for training. Benefits (for full-time and part-time positions): Premium pay for eligible employees 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.