MA, Family Medicine

Medical AssistantNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$19.5-$29.25/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is growing and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, please apply to the one you feel best suits you! You can keep track of your progress in the selection process as well as stay updated on new positions that might interest you.

Shift: Monday - Friday, Days

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Position Purpose

Performs basic patient care functions to assist the physician and nursing staff in a medical office with the examination or treatment of patients. Assists in the operation of office as it relates to scheduling, referrals, and filing, as needed by practices.

Essential Functions

Performs basic medical care under the direction of Physician or Registered Nurse as allowed by scope; documents care as required/necessary.

  • Assists in preparing patients to see the physician.
  • Shares observations of the progress of the patient reaching established goals with the physician.
  • Instructs patient and family regarding medication and treatment directions for the physician.

May chart on behalf of the provider when in the exam room. Chart note to include name, title, date and time of the entry. Chart must then be signed off on by the provider.

Schedules patient appointments and referrals, as directed by physician, and performs receptionist duties as necessary

Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Specialized Know-How & Requirements

  • Current MA Certification from one of the following is required:
  • CMA “Certified Medical Assistant” (American Association of Medical Assistants) (AAMA)
  • RMA “Registered Medical Assistant” ( American Medical Technologists)
  • NCMA “National Certified Medical Assistant” (NCCT)
  • BLS required within 30 days of hire and must be maintained throughout employment at CGH.
  • Prior experience as a medical assistant preferred.
  • Basic computer knowledge preferred.
  • Prior experience in phlebotomy and placing EKG leads preferred.

Demonstrates knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patients served in the physician office. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patient population served. Able to assess and interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s needs and provide the appropriate care, including age-related care, needed by the pediatric, adolescent and/or geriatric patient group.

Compensation Range

  • $19.50 - $29.25
  • Available Benefits for Benefit Eligible Positions
  • Health and Dental Insurance
  • IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)
  • Retirement Fund (457 and 401A Plan)
  • Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
  • Life Insurance
  • Short and Long Term Disability
  • Optional Insurances
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Forgiveness
  • Gift Shop Discount
  • CGH Day Care Discount
  • CGH Dietary Discount
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • CGH Pharmacy Discount

CGH Vision Center Discount

Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center.

Key Responsibilities

Performs basic patient care functions and assists the physician and nursing staff with examinations and treatments. Manages office administrative tasks including scheduling, referrals, and medical documentation.

Requirements

Requires current certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, or NCMA) and BLS certification within 30 days of hire. Prior experience in medical assisting, phlebotomy, and EKG placement is preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient PreparationMedication InstructionComputer Literacy

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates MA, Family Medicine at CGH Medical Center a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Medical Assistant roles — ranked against 59 active Medical Assistant roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Family Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$51k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $51k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About CGH Medical Center

Hospitals and Health Care
Sterling, Illinois
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
IMRF Retirement
457 and 401A Plans
Flexible Spending
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off