Medical Assistant

Carle Health

. Perform routine direct patient care duties assisting medical and nursing staff with patient examination and treatment .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeNormal • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $17 - $28 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in direct patient care, including vital sign monitoring, intake assessment, and documentation accuracy. Capable of maintaining a safe and clean environment while supporting nursing staff and fostering teamwork.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Direct Patient CareVital Sign MonitoringBasic Life Support (BLS)Infection Control KnowledgeDocumentation Accuracy

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Hard Skills

Patient Examination AssistanceEKG PerformanceIntake AssessmentMedication ReviewSupply OrderingVital Signs RecordingSafety Problem ResolutionPatient Privacy Maintenance

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationGood Working RelationshipsSupportive Mentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

H.S. Diploma/GEDBasic Life Support (BLS)

Industry Keywords

Patient Care EnvironmentSafety StandardsHealthcare TeamworkPatient DocumentationInfection Control

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform routine direct patient care duties assisting medical and nursing staff with patient examination and treatment
Maintain the patient care environment and supplies to ensure privacy and safety
Participate as a team member of the division/department
Identify, evaluate, and resolve potential safety problems
Act as a preceptor and support development of other staff and healthcare students
Ensure care documentation is complete and accurate
Perform intake tasks including height, weight, blood pressure, respiratory rate, pulse, pain assessment, and medication review
Order supplies and maintain par levels in exam rooms
Maintain patient/provider schedule flow
Support nursing staff
Maintain expiration logs for supplies and medications
Perform EKGs
Monitor and record vital signs and intake/output

Requirements

What you’ll need

H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days through the American Heart Association (AHA)
Knowledge of infection control, including adequate hand washing
Ability to accurately measure, record, and report intake and output
Ability to monitor and record vital signs
Ability to maintain patient privacy and safety
Ability to maintain accurate and complete documentation
Ability to maintain a clean and safe workplace
Ability to establish good working relationships with coworkers, nursing and medical staff, and the general public

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Equal Opportunity Employer
Potential for growth and life-long careers