Medical Assistant I (sign on bonus included)

Lake Shore Gastroenterology, a division of GI Alliance of Illinois, is looking for a full-time Medical Assistant to join our team.

Our employees are the foundation of our practice. Our team of clinical and administrative support staff work collaboratively with our physicians and advanced practitioners to provide our patients with the most comprehensive and compassionate care. Here at GI Alliance of Illinois our promise is to treat every patient as if they were a member of our own families, and we are looking for team members who also embody this vision.

A Short List of Reasons Why You Should Work for GI Alliance of Illinois

•  Competitive Pay & Full Benefit Package
•  Sign on Bonus - $500.00
•  No Evenings or Weekends
•  Paid Time Off
•  Fast-Growing Practice

Job Responsibilities:

• Providing Remarkable Patient Experience: you will be responsible for rooming patients, obtaining vital signs (blood pressure, height, and weight) and documenting accurately utilizing gGastro EMR.
• Attention to Detail: Updating patient's medical history including updated medication list.
• Team Player: Appropriately documents all patient phone calls and under the direction and guidance of the provider, informs patients of test results.
• Versatility: Familiarity with prior authorization process.
• Expertise: Asking appropriate triage questions when speaking with patients in person or on the telephone and accurately recording in gGastro.

Qualifications:

• Graduated from an Accredited MA Program (preferred)
• At least one full year of Medical Assistant experience.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with patients, physicians and referring practices.
• Have a broad knowledge of medical terminology (1+ years of healthcare experience).
• EMR experience is ideal, gGastro experience is a plus.
• Have the ability to prioritize and multi-task and must be able to function in a fast-paced, at times, stressful environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $18.00-$24.00 per hour, depending on experience

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 40 Hours a week
• Monday - Friday – Flexibility to work an 8-hour shift between the hours of 7:30am - 6:00pm

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person – Gurnee Office, home base, travel between Highland Park & Libertyville Office Locations required. Mileage is reimbursed.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED), medical assistant diploma from an accredited vocational institution, or a college course in medical assisting.

Experience: Minimum one year of recent experience working in a medical facility as a medical assistant and/or documented evidence of externship completed in a medical office. Experience working in a Gastroenterology practice is preferred.

Requirements for Level I Status:

• Entry level (1-4 years experience) and/or meet the basic requirements of the job with the need for additional supervision.
• Excess of 4 years experience if meeting only the basic requirements of the job with need for additional supervision.

Performance Requirements:

• Knowledge of health care field and EMR systems.
• Skill in performing medical assistance tasks appropriately.
• Skill in written and verbal communications.
• Skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and families.
• Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care practices and procedures.
• Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others.

GI Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and equitable work environment. Our company values and celebrates the diversity of our physicians, staff and patients. We firmly believe our service is greatly enriched by our diversity of thought, experience, perspective, culture, and background.

Please Note: All job offers are contingent on the successful completion of pre-employment criminal history check.

NOTE: ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL FOR CONSIDERATION.

No phone calls or agencies, please.

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