Medical Assistant-Rheumatology

Medical Assistant – Rheumatology – Full Time Days $2,000 Sign On Bonus

The salary range for this position is $18.98 - $24.68 per hour. Placement within the salary range depends on relevant experience and other factors. See Benefits below for a summary of the full rewards package.

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year (5,700 for part‑time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment per year (5,000 for part‑time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year (500 for part‑time)
• $250 Well‑Being Fund per year (125 for part‑time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual employee salary increase and incentive bonus
• Paid time off and holiday pay

• This is a full‑time (40 hrs per week) position located at the Grayslake clinic, Monday through Friday.
• Medical Assistants support physicians, nurses, and other staff to facilitate efficient patient flow and provide administrative support.
• Responsibilities include maintaining clinic cleanliness, patient confidentiality, and patient satisfaction.

• Ensure efficient patient flow
  • Escort patients to exam rooms and identify them with two identifiers.
  • Obtain accurate vital signs per organization standards.
  • Document reason for visit and update allergies, smoking history, and pharmacy information.
  • Alert provider and RN of significant vital sign changes or acute symptoms.
  • Set up equipment and supplies needed for the visit.
  • Clean and prepare exam room for the next patient.
  • Respond to needs to expedite visits and adjust priority of tasks.
• Assist with medical and surgical procedures per established protocols (e.g., ECG, venipuncture, immunizations, specimen collection).
• Provide high‑quality care
  • Prepare and stock exam rooms as per disinfecting and sterilizing protocols.
  • Participate in environmental safety rounds.
  • Maintain vaccine/medication inventory.
  • Monitor and maintain equipment and instruments per clinic guidelines.
  • Assist in ordering supplies and dispose of expired items correctly.
  • Adhere to office opening and closing procedures.
• Promote patient satisfaction by interacting professionally and friend lily
  • Accept and perform delegated responsibilities positively.
  • Offer assistance to colleagues.
  • Attend and participate in staff meetings.
  • Communicate appropriately with patients and team (in‑office and on the phone).
• Perform delegated procedures common to the specialty area safely and efficiently.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.

• Proof of eligibility to write one of the five MA certification exams (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA, NRCMA).
• Accepted documentation:
  • New MA graduates within 6 months must submit a letter from school or certifying body.
  • Non‑certified MAs or graduates past 6 months must submit a letter from the certifying body.
• Within first six months, complete one MA certification (CMA, RMA, NCMA, CCMA, NRCMA) after up to two attempts.

• High school diploma or GED.
• American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification.
• Sign acknowledgement that certification must be attained within 6 months as a condition of employment.
• Strong computer skills.

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program.
• 1–2 years of ambulatory care experience.
• Experience with electronic medical records.

Equal Opportunity Employer
. We embrace diversity and are committed to inclusion across the organization.

Grayslake, IL