Certified Medical Assistant
Community Health Partnership of Illinois (CHP)
Summary
Community Health Partnership of Illinois is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Medical Assistant to join our team in Champaign, IL. The Certified Medical Assistant will support physicians and other healthcare professionals in delivering efficient, high-quality patient care.
Job description
Position Summary
Community Health Partnership of Illinois is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Medical Assistant to join our team in Champaign, IL. The Certified Medical Assistant will support physicians and other healthcare professionals in delivering efficient, high-quality patient care.
Responsibilities
- Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations, treatments, and procedures.
- Obtain and document patient medical histories, vital signs, and other clinical information.
- Prepare examination rooms, medical supplies, and equipment for patient care.
- Perform routine laboratory tests and clinical procedures within the scope of practice.
- Administer medications as directed by authorized healthcare providers.
- Assist with scheduling appointments and maintaining accurate patient medical records.
- Provide patients with education, instructions, and support regarding their care.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment.
- Follow all applicable healthcare regulations, organizational policies, and patient confidentiality requirements.
- Collaborate with healthcare team members to support efficient and patient-centered care.
Requirements
- Current Certified Medical Assistant credential from an accredited program.
- CPR certification.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Proficiency in medical terminology and basic computer systems.
- Knowledge of healthcare laws, ethics, patient confidentiality, and professional standards.
- Previous experience in a medical or clinical setting preferred.
- Bilingual Spanish/English skills preferred but not required.
Company overview
Community Health Partnership of Illinois (CHP) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) established in 1991 that provides comprehensive, culturally responsive healthcare services to medically underserved populations across northern and central Illinois. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, CHP operates six health and dental clinics along with multiple outreach sites serving communities in Aurora, Harvard, Kankakee, Mendota, Champaign, Princeville, and Rantoul. The organization delivers integrated medical, dental, and behavioral health services with a patient-centered approach, serving over 10,000 individuals annually. CHP's mission focuses on empowering uninsured, underserved, migrant, and seasonal agricultural workers to attain optimal health regardless of their ability to pay, with 99% of patients coming from low-income households and three-quarters lacking health insurance. The organization employs award-winning Promotores de Salud and bilingual-bicultural outreach teams to conduct health screening and service navigation, while also participating in the 340B Drug Pricing Program to provide affordable medications to vulnerable populations.