Certified Medical Assistant I/Ii

Orthopedic Center of Illinois, a private practice surgeon group is seeking motivated and energetic Certified Medical Assistants to join our team. May be required to travel to satellite offices (Decatur, Lincoln, Jacksonville, Litchfield) to support clinics at these locations.

• Certified Medical Assistant Responsibilities

• Under direction of Physician (Surgeon) and or PA/NP provide care to patients in clinical operation

• Provides individualized care in collaboration with patient and his/her family under the direction of physician

• Obtain and accurately record patient vitals, history

• Complete and document: care provided, patient communication, procedures performed

• Supports physician by providing appropriate patient materials, explaining procedures and assisting physician in delivering care to patients

• Manage physician/clinic schedule to maximize scheduled appointments

• Coordinating surgical procedures with multiple hospitals and surgery centers, scheduling and obtaining pre-operative testing, writing and communicating surgery orders, and collecting necessary surgery documentation

• Perform medical reception/clerical duties as needed including answering phones, screening calls, taking messages, working task list, pulling patient information, copying, faxing and filing

• Skills/Experience/Certifications

• High School diploma or GED and current CMS or RMA certification (AAMA, NCCT or AMT)

• Current CPR certification

• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to all patients served

• Strong customer service and effective communication skills

• Patient-first approach to care

• Will serve as back-up for other clinical staff as needed

BENEFITS AT OCI

• Paid Holidays Off

• Paid Vacation

• Paid Sick Time

• 5-day Workweek

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Employer Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance

• Critical Illinois and Hospital

• Short Term Disability

• Employer match (at 6%) 401K

All offers of employment are subject to background and drug screening requirements as a condition of employment.