Medical Assistant/Patient Support Associate (MA/PSA) - Skokie Specialty Suite, Skokie (Full Time)

Company: NorthShore University HealthSystem
Location: Skokie
Posted on: September 14, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description - Medical Assistant/Patient Support Associate (MA/PSA) - Skokie Specialty Suite, Skokie (Full Time) (88073)Job Description Medical Assistant/Patient Support Associate (MA/PSA) - Skokie Specialty Suite, Skokie (Full Time) - (88073) Position Highlights: Position: Medical Assistant / Patient Support Associate, Skokie Specialty SuiteLocation:Skokie, ILFull Time/Part Time: Full TimeHours: Monday - Friday rotating shifts between 6:30am-6:00 PM; Saturday rotating - 7:30-12:00pmRequired Travel: Travel to and between other Medical Group offices will be required Benefits: In additional to medical, dental and vision benefits: Tuition Reimbursement (Up to $5000 a year)Limeade Wellness Program (Up to $400 a year)Health Savings Account OptionsRetirement OptionsPaid Time Off and Holiday Pay 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 preferred, but not required.Experience: 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. What you will do: Answer phonesSchedule appointmentsCollect co-paymentsComplete patient registrationProvide other administrative support to the physician practiceCheck in and check out patientVerify insurancesGreet patients and escort them to exam roomDocument vital signs, allergies, medications and reason for office visitProvide front office support as neededPerform basic vitals like BP, height and weightPhlebotomy and injections may be required NorthShore Edward-Elmhurst 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. Located in Naperville, Linden Oaks Behavioral Health, provides for the mental health needs of area residents. For more information, visit NorthShore.org, SwedishCovenant.org, NCH.org and EEHealth.org. When you work for NorthShore Edward-Elmhurst Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website (www.northshore.org) to better understand how NorthShore Edward-Elmhurst Health delivers on its mission to help everyone in our communities be their best. NorthShore Edward-Elmhurst Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor. #ZRNC Job Posting: Sep 1, 2023, 1:12:55 PM

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