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It’s the people that make the difference. Are you ready to make your impact?

Midwest Orthopedics at Rush is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked Top 10 in Orthopedics by U.S. News and World Report. Founded in 2003, MOR is comprised of internationally-renowned Orthopedic and Spine surgeons who pioneer the latest advances in technology and surgical techniques to improve the lives and activity levels of patients around the world. MOR doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire Soccer Club and DePaul University Athletics.

Ready to join in? We are looking for a full-time Certified Medical Assistant to join a busy spine team. The position is responsible for providing clinical support to the Physician, PAs and Nurses with the evaluation, management, and treatment of patients in an outpatient clinical setting. The MA assumes responsibility for patient flow, vitals, and preparing exam rooms. The ideal candidate will provide excellent customer service, communication skills, and be comfortable working in a fast-paced work environment. The position will primarily be based at the Naperville clinic. The candidate must be flexible to travel to Westchester, Oak Brook and Joliet for clinic day.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Direct the flow of patients into the exam room,
• Takes patient histories, accurately measure vital signs, including weight, height and blood pressure and carefully document in patient’s chart.
• Keys data into computer to maintain office and patient records.
• Assist physician, PA and Nurse with clinic procedures as needed.
• Hands instruments and materials to doctor as directed.
• Collect/assist with the collection of specimens, sterilizes instruments as needed, and removes staples, sutures, and external fixation devices as ordered by the physician.
• Dressing changes/wound assessments. Staple and suture removal as needed.
• Give instructions to patients as instructed by Physician, PA, and Nurse.
• Prepares charts for upcoming clinics. Ensure all related reports are available in patients’ medical records prior to their appointment.
• Triage patient calls, schedule/cancel appointments, and schedule surgeries as directed by the physician.
• Ensure rooms are cleaned between patients, as well as cleaned and stocked at the end of the day.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Education And/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of relevant medical assistant work experience.
• Knowledge of medical office procedures and the ability to interact with patients, physicians and co-workers.
  
  

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
  
  

What’s in it for you? MOR offers their employees a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Pay Range: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour. Compensation at MOR is determined by many factors, which may include but are not limited to, job-related skills and level of experience, education, certifications, geographic location, market data and internal equity. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• 401(k) Employer Contribution.
• Pet Insurance.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA).
• HSA Employer Contribution (when enrolled in a HDHP).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Excellent working relationship with prestigious group of physicians in Orthopedics in the US and #1 in Illinois and Indiana.
  
  

Our employees make the difference in our patients’ lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader. Come see what we’re all about.