Medical Assistant

Job Title:Medical Assistant

Company:Comprehensive Gastrointestinal Health

Location: Northbrook and Libertyville

Job Type:Full-time

Industry:Healthcare, Gastroenterology

Company Description:Comprehensive Gastrointestinal Health is a leading gastroenterology practice that is redefining the standard of care in the northern suburbs of Chicago. Weare dedicated to providingexceptional medical services, encompassing both traditional gastrointestinal health and complementary, nontraditional approaches. With a focus on delivering unparalleled customer service, we set ourselves apart from other options in the region. To learn more about our practice and the services we offer, please visit our website atwww.compgihealth.com.

Job Description:We are a rapidly growing gastroenterology office and endoscopy suite located in Northbrook and Libertyville.As a practice, we are committed toprovidingexceptional medical services while creating a positive patient experience. To support our continued expansion, we areseekinga high-energy and personable Medical Assistant to join our dedicated team. While experience is appreciated, we are more than willing to train the right candidate who is enthusiastic about learning and contributing to our flourishing practice.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate a positive patient experience at office visits by obtaining weight, vitals, and accurately documenting health history into the electronic medical record.

• Greet patients warmly and coordinate the check-in process, including insurance verification, explanation of office policies, and billing procedures.
• Assistwith answering phones and triaging calls to ensure efficient communication with patients and other healthcare providers.
• Responsible for opening and closing the office, including tasks such as locking/unlocking doors,maintaininglobby refreshments, tidying up the reception area, and reviewing messages left after business hours.
• Manage medical records, including procurement, organization, scanning into charts, and fulfilling record requests.
• Organize medical records for review by physicians prior to patient visits.

• Facilitate effective communication with referring providers to ensure seamless patient care coordination.
• Administer immunizations and perform phlebotomy as needed.
• Clean, prepare, and stock consultation rooms tomaintaina clean and welcoming environment.

Requirements:

• Current Medical Assistant Certification is preferred but not necessary.

• Current CPR certification is preferred but not necessary.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• 1 to 2 years of clinical office experience is preferred.
• Proficiencyin computer skills and experience with electronic medical records, particularlyeClinicalWorks, would be a bonus.
• Excellent personality, patience, dedication, reliability, and enthusiasm are crucial attributes for the personrepresentingthe face of our office.

Additional Details:

• Closed on Sundays and all major holidays.
  

Benefits:

• 22 daysof paid time off (PTO) including holidays.
• Medical benefits
• 401k with a 3%employercontribution.
• Disability Insurance

• Life Insurance
• Free parking
• Profit-sharing plan.
• Mealsfrequentlyprovided by pharmaceutical representatives.
• Free access to Botanic Gardens with parking.

• Excellent work environment with supportive fellow staff members.

Join our rapidly growing team and contribute to a flourishing gastroenterology practice. Apply today to become a valued Medical Assistant and help us deliver outstanding patient care.