Medical Assistant

Associated Physicians Group (APG) is currently seeking a Medical Assistant to join their team in Alton, Illinois. Below is a comprehensive overview of the position:

Position: Medical Assistant

Location: Alton, IL
Employment Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 3640 hours per week
Pay Range: $16.50 $22.00 per hour
Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k) with employer match; paid time off; flexible spending accounts; on-the-job training; employee discounts

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical Support: Assist in taking patient vitals, rooming patients, and

  recording accurate patient histories.

• Procedure Assistance: Prepare and assist with medical procedures as

  directed by the healthcare provider.

• Office Tasks: Handle basic medical office duties, including phone triage

  and maintaining patient records.
• Technology Use: Utilize Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 13 years as a Medical Assistant or in a medical office setting.

• Certification: Certified or Registered Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA) preferred; motivated CNAs or other healthcare support professionals are also encouraged to apply.

• Skills: Strong clinical and communication skills; proficiency in EMR

   systems and Microsoft Office; clinical triage experience is a plus.

• Specialty Experience: Experience in internal medicine or pain

  management is advantageous.

About Associated Physicians Group:

APG is a privately owned medical practice with over 25 years of service in the Metro East St. Louis area. They offer a collaborative environment with a focus on work-life balance and professional development. APG provides a comprehensive approach to patient care, integrating services such as primary care, physical therapy, and interventional joint and spine care .