Medical Assistant-Neurology

Medical Assistant – Neurology (Full Time Days)

5 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.

Salary: $18.98 – $24.68 hourly. $2,000 sign‑on bonus. 40 hours/week, Monday‑Friday, 7a–5:30p. Primary locations:
Lake Forest & Lake Bluff campuses; occasional coverage at Grayslake & Glenview.

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part‑time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part‑time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part‑time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 part‑time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Medical, dental & vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual employee salary increase & incentive bonus
• Paid time off & holiday pay

• Assure efficient patient flow through the site:
  • Escort patient to exam room, verify identity, prepare for examination.
  • Obtain accurate vital signs.
  • Document reason for visit and update allergies, smoking history, pharmacy info.
  • Notify provider & RN of significant changes.
  • Set up equipment or supplies needed.
  • Clean and prepare exam room for next patient.
  • Expedite visits and maintain patient flow.
• Assist practitioner with procedures such as ECG, venipuncture, immunizations, specimen collection, CLIA‑waived testing.
• Provide high‑quality care:
  • Prepare & stock exam rooms per protocols.
  • Participate in environmental safety rounds.
  • Maintain vaccine & medication inventory.
  • Monitor equipment & instruments.
  • Assist in ordering supplies and dispose expired items.
  • Adhere to office opening & closing procedures.
• Promote patient satisfaction by interacting professionally and friendly.
• Perform delegated procedures safely and efficiently (see specialty practice addendum).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Required:
  • Proof of eligibility to write one of the five MA certification exams (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA, NRCMA).
  • Accepted documentation:
    • New MA graduates (within 6 months) – letter from school or certifying body.
    • Non‑certified MAs or new graduates (past 6 months) – letter from certifying body.
  • Within first 6 months will complete one of the following certifications (up to 2 attempts):
    • CMA (AAMA)
    • RMA (AMT)
    • NCMA (NCCT)
    • CCMA (NHA)
    • NRCMA (NAHP)
• All candidates/ incumbents:
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification.
  • Signed acknowledgement that certification must be attained within 6 months.
  • Strong computer skills.
• Preferred:
  • Completion of accredited MA training program.
  • 1–2 years ambulatory care experience.
  • Experience with electronic medical record.

Northwestern Medicine is an equal‑opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, following all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception:
New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending on the job family.