SSM Health·Swansea, Illinois
Assists healthcare providers with the examination and treatment of pediatric patients. Responsibilities include measuring vital signs, recording patient information, and performing basic clerical and supply management tasks.
It's more than a career, it's a calling IL-SSM Health Medical Group Swansea Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Department: Pediatrics Role: Medical Assistant, Medical Assistant Certified / Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse Schedule: Monday - Friday, Day Shift, no Weekends/Holidays Location: 2615 N Illinois St.
Swansea, IL 62226 Join a team where your work matters—every moment, every patient, every community.
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SSM Health –We bring out the incredible in you, everyday Pay Range: $18.00 - $24.62 Pay Rate Type: Hourly SSM Health values the skills and talents that each team member brings to our organization.
Compensation for this role is based on a variety of components including relevant experience, labor market, and other qualifications.
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Job Summary: Assists with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a nurse practitioner, registered nurse, licensed practical nurse or physician.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Assists with treatments ordered by provider as supervised by provider, registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Performs select clinical duties. Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and records information on patients' charts. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Performs basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing. Performs basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies. Assists with maintaining a clean and orderly environment. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience Wisconsin ONLY - High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience, and graduate from a medical assistant school or training program or education equivalency for certification EXPERIENCE No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant standing and walking.
Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
Frequent reaching, gripping, and keyboard use/data entry.
Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
Occasional bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships.
Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
Occasional lifting/moving patients.
Occasional use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
Occasional driving.
Required professional license and/Or certifications
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and Basic Life Support (BLS HCP) certification from the American Heart Association. No prior experience is required for this role.
Market context
In Illinois, nursing roles typically see steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for candidates with an active Illinois license and current CPR certification. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for both accredited nursing education and readiness to work in fast-paced care environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license, CPR status, and degree match before applying.