Medical Assistant

Summary Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus! Medical Assistant, Foot and Ankle Spec Springfield, IL Full-time, Day Shift The Medical Assistant plays an important role in the clinic setting performing various clinical and administrative tasks to keep the offices of physicians and other health practitioners running smoothly. These individuals are responsible for not only administering medications assisting with minor procedures and providing patient education but also furthering the mission of the organization to provide high-quality care to all. Qualifications Education Graduate from accredited medical assistant program required with coursework in pharmaceuticals and medicine administration practicum OR credentialing/licensure from an organization other than HSHS that meets the requirements of Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for Computerized Physician Order Entry (CPOE) which requires passage of an examination and recertification. Experience Clinical-Preferred Certifications Licenses and Registrations Certification as a medical assistant may be required prior to placement within this position at specific work sites based on organizational needs and/or other regulatory requirements. If not required at time of placement certification must be obtained within 60 days of start date. Basic Life Support (BLS)-Required Overview Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 15 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 15,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. HSHS requires COVID-19 vaccines or an approved medical or religious exemption for all colleagues. HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. Benefits HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits. Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues. Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need. Retirement benefits include an HSHS Pension Plan and Retirement Savings Plan with HSHS matching contributions. Education Assistance benefits include up to $4,000 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period. Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more! Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!