MA - Medical Assistant - Rockford * Days - 40hrs/wk

MA - Medical Assistant - Rockford * Days - 40hrs/wk Requisition #: req12180 Shift: Days FTE status: 1 On-call: No Weekends: Yes General Summary: Under the direction of the Office Manager, the Medical Assistant performs administrative and clinical duties to care for patients in an ambulatory setting. Administrative duties include maintaining medical records, handling patient calls and completing forms. Clinical duties include measuring and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination and administering medications as directed by physician or advance practice providers.

The Medical Assistant plays an integral role in the care team model. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: High school degree (or GED) required. Current Certification as Medical Assistant required.

Basic Life Support (BLS) required by 3/1/2025. Previous experience as Medical Assistant preferred Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively work with the medical team Ability to effectively communicate with patients and staff while demonstrating a high degree of diplomacy and tact Ability to operate medical equipment safely and correctly Knowledge of infection prevention