Medical Assistant Part time- Westmont and/or Oak Park (Elmwood Park),IL

About the role

We are currently looking for a bright, hardworking, driven Part-time Medical Assistant for our both of our Westmont and/or Oak Park (Elmwood Park) clinics. This position is a great opportunity for Medical Assistants who are looking for a challenging new career working in outpatient mental health. In this position, you will work closely with the mental health providers in a team approach setting. This position will flex between both our Westmont and Oak Park (Elmwood Park). Up to 25 hours per week, Evening Required.

What you'll do

• Taking medical/psychiatric history
• Answering patient questions
• Operating TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) device for depression/OCD treatments (will provide training to the right candidate)
• Checking vital signs
• Aiding the providers with ketamine therapy appointments
• Scheduling patient appointments
• Answering phones, scheduling appointments, and other patient communications
• Instructing patients about medication, treatment plan, and other instructions
• Transmitting prescription refills as directed
• Insurance prior authorizations
• Opportunity to advance your skills -- Learn innovative & exciting new therapeutic modalities such as TMS and Ketamine therapy.

Qualifications

• Current MA, CPR & BLS Certification required
• Experience with TMS
• Proven working experience as a medical assistant preferred
• Knowledge of medical office management systems and procedures
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Social perceptiveness and service oriented
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty

Medical-Surgical

Schedule

Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends

Job Types

Part-time

Pay

From $22- $26 per hour

Medical Specialty

Medical-Surgical

Schedule

Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends

Operations and Patient Care

• Westmont, IL
• Oak Park, IL