Medical Assistant

Job Description

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Medical Assistant located in Evergreen Park, IL. The Medical Assistant will be responsible for day-to-day tasks such as preparing patients for examinations, taking medical histories, and recording vital signs. The role also includes assisting healthcare providers during examinations, collecting and preparing laboratory specimens, performing basic laboratory tests, and managing medical records. This role will act as a transitionary role to becoming a Clinical Research Coordinator after extended exposure to role.

Qualifications

• Medical Terminology
• Handle Scheduling for the Clinical Research Coordinator
• Act as a back-up for a Clinical Research Coordinator
• Experience in Medical Office operations and Medical Records management
• Skilled in Patient Care
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or equivalent certification is preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in medical assisting or related field is a plus.