What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant, Pre-Anesthesia position at UW Health SwedishAmerican?
Job Description
Work Schedule:
100% FTE, full-time. Day shift, M-F 8-430pm. You will work at the UW Health 2404 Charles St Clinic.
We are currently seeking a Medical Assistant (RMA, AAMA, CCMA or NCCT) to:
Play a vital role in patient care by rooming patients, collecting vitals, performing EKGs and phlebotomy, and assisting with treatments in a fast‑paced, team‑driven clinical environment.
Build hands-on clinical expertise while working closely with providers to support procedures, coordinate care, and respond to patient needs.
Be part of a high-quality, safety-focused team by maintaining clean, fully stocked exam rooms, supporting infection control, and ensuring accurate, timely documentation in Epic.
Grow your career in a supportive team setting with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and experience.
At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance
Annual wellness reimbursement
Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids
Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!
Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development
Strong shared governance structure
Commitment to employee voice
Qualifications
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Job Description
UW Northern Illinois benefits
Work Schedule:
100% FTE, full-time. Day shift, M-F 8-430pm. You will work at the UW Health 2404 Charles St Clinic.
We are currently seeking a Medical Assistant (RMA, AAMA, CCMA or NCCT) to:
Play a vital role in patient care by rooming patients, collecting vitals, performing EKGs and phlebotomy, and assisting with treatments in a fast‑paced, team‑driven clinical environment.
Build hands-on clinical expertise while working closely with providers to support procedures, coordinate care, and respond to patient needs.
Be part of a high-quality, safety-focused team by maintaining clean, fully stocked exam rooms, supporting infection control, and ensuring accurate, timely documentation in Epic.
Grow your career in a supportive team setting with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and experience.
At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance
Annual wellness reimbursement
Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids
Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!
Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development
Strong shared governance structure
Commitment to employee voice
Qualifications
- Graduated from an accredited Associate degree program or Medical Assistant program or have at least 2 years of relevant experience. Required
- Laboratory and phlebotomy training required within 30 days of hire. Required
- Drug and alcohol screening, and N95 training required within 30 days of hire. Required
- Must provide copy of HS diploma or equivalent, or highest level of completed degree obtained. Required
- At least one year of professional experience in a clinic setting. Preferred
- Computer experience. Required
- RMA, AAMA, CCMA or NCCT certification is required upon hire. Required
- Bi-Annual CPR certification. Required
- Active RMA, AAMA, CCMA or NCCT certification must be maintained. Required
- Audiometry certification through Northern Illinois University or Health Conservation, Inc. (HCI), required within 30 days of hire. Required
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Job Description
UW Northern Illinois benefits