Lead Certified Medical Assistant - Surgical Clinics

02400 AMG Park Ridge 1875 Dempster POB - SurgeryFull timeYes40

Mon-Fri

Varied start times of 0800-1730

8-hours days

May require travel to off sites as needed.

Pay Range:

$24.10 - $36.15

Where You Will Work: 

Aurora Medical Group (AMG) is part of Advocate Health, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health systems. With more than 350 locations across Illinois and Wisconsin, AMG offers a wide range of specialties and services, including primary care, medical and surgical care, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, and more. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and improving health outcomes in the communities we serve. Joining AMG means being part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment where innovation and quality care thrive. 

We’re Looking For: 

• Graduate of an accredited healthcare program relating to hiring department, or one year experience in related medical department.
• One year DMC associate, preferred.
• Medical Assistant Cert/Reg:
• Graduate from an accredited school with a clinical externship for Medical Assistant Cert/Reg training.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

What You’ll Do: 

Schedule:

Mon-Fri

Varied start times of 0800-1730

8-hours days

May require travel to off sites as needed.

As a  Lead Medical Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in the care team – supporting providers and other medical assistants, connecting with patients, and helping ensure a seamless, compassionate experience every day.   

As a key member of the ambulatory care team, you will:  

• Responsible for direct and in-direct patient care, (Clinical responsibilities vary based upon department specialty.)
• Responsible for daily team operations, staffing schedules and works to ensure overall work standards and goals are achieved.
• Under the direction of the department head, manages direct reports’ orientation, training, and performance. Upholds clinic policies and serves as a role model by acting in a manner consistent with Behavior Expectations.
• Supports supervisor / manager in a variety of department / administrative functions as directed.
• Self Development
  

Locations: 

Rotate between locations in Park Ridge, Buffalo Grove, Des Plaines, and Lincolnwood.

Your feedback matters. Every teammate’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together. 

• Physical Requirements and Working Conditions 
  Ability to complete all required training. •
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical (and physical lift test, if required by department policy).
• Able to rotate shifts and locations to ensure adequate coverage as needed.
  If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.
• For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available.
• Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Ready to Take the Next Step: 

• Apply Now! 

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.