Skills for Chicago
Medical Assistant-Scheduling Assistant - Endeavor Health - Evanston
Skills for Chicago, Evanston, Illinois, us, 60208
Skills for Chicago
Is a Chicago-based nonprofit that removes barriers to employment by eliminating biases that disqualify candidates unnecessarily. Working with local and global companies, Skills brings opportunities to neighborhoods and municipalities throughout the Chicagoland area. To be eligible for Skills for Chicago services, candidates must reside in Illinois, Indiana or Wisconsin, be authorized to work in the United States, and be either unemployed or underemployed. Endeavor Health
NorthShore University HealthSystem, Edward-Elmhurst Health, Swedish Hospital and Northwest Community Healthcare are now united under one name: Endeavor Health Endeavor 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. With more than 25,000 team members, they 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. When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Job Highlights
Greet patients, answer phones, schedule appointments, and provide general front office support Check patients in and out, complete registration, and collect co-payments Verify insurance information and assist with other administrative tasks as needed Escort patients to exam rooms and document vital signs, medications, allergies, and reason for visit Perform basic clinical tasks such as taking vitals, administering injections, and phlebotomy when required
Candidate Profile
Current CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) certifications through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross are required Certification or registration as a Medical Assistant with a nationally recognized accrediting body preferred but not required 1+ year of relevant experience required, previous experience working in a medical office (or related field) is preferred Relevant soft skills include communication and collaboration
Additional Information
On the job training is provided for those who do not have previous medical assistant training or experience Available parking options: Swedish Parking: Parking for Swedish employees is $1.50 per park Evanston Parking: Free parking is available, but not at the Evanston hospital. Lot next to the hospital Shuttles are offered to the hospital Locations offering Free parking: Corporate locations - 4901 Searle Parkway in Skokie, IL 60077 Northshore Legacy -
Location
Evanston Benefits
Dental;Employee Assistance;Life Insurance;Long Term Disability;Medical;Paid Training/Personal Development;Parent Leave;Personal;Retirement/401K;Rx/Pharmacy Benefits;Short Term Disability;Sick;Transportation Reimbursement;Vacation;Vision
Is a Chicago-based nonprofit that removes barriers to employment by eliminating biases that disqualify candidates unnecessarily. Working with local and global companies, Skills brings opportunities to neighborhoods and municipalities throughout the Chicagoland area. To be eligible for Skills for Chicago services, candidates must reside in Illinois, Indiana or Wisconsin, be authorized to work in the United States, and be either unemployed or underemployed. Endeavor Health
NorthShore University HealthSystem, Edward-Elmhurst Health, Swedish Hospital and Northwest Community Healthcare are now united under one name: Endeavor Health Endeavor 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. With more than 25,000 team members, they 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. When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Job Highlights
Greet patients, answer phones, schedule appointments, and provide general front office support Check patients in and out, complete registration, and collect co-payments Verify insurance information and assist with other administrative tasks as needed Escort patients to exam rooms and document vital signs, medications, allergies, and reason for visit Perform basic clinical tasks such as taking vitals, administering injections, and phlebotomy when required
Candidate Profile
Current CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) certifications through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross are required Certification or registration as a Medical Assistant with a nationally recognized accrediting body preferred but not required 1+ year of relevant experience required, previous experience working in a medical office (or related field) is preferred Relevant soft skills include communication and collaboration
Additional Information
On the job training is provided for those who do not have previous medical assistant training or experience Available parking options: Swedish Parking: Parking for Swedish employees is $1.50 per park Evanston Parking: Free parking is available, but not at the Evanston hospital. Lot next to the hospital Shuttles are offered to the hospital Locations offering Free parking: Corporate locations - 4901 Searle Parkway in Skokie, IL 60077 Northshore Legacy -
Location
Evanston Benefits
Dental;Employee Assistance;Life Insurance;Long Term Disability;Medical;Paid Training/Personal Development;Parent Leave;Personal;Retirement/401K;Rx/Pharmacy Benefits;Short Term Disability;Sick;Transportation Reimbursement;Vacation;Vision