Medical Assistant / Full-Time / 1:30 pm – 10:00 pm / Residential Substance Units / Sign on and retention bonuses available

Chestnut Health Systems is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to work with adult patients participating in our residential substance use treatment program.

Hours include Monday through Friday 1:30 pm – 10:00 pm.  No weekends! Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment opportunities available. 

Chestnut is committed to delivering high-quality residential treatment and supportive services for adults participating in residential substance use treatment and has been providing services in our community since the early 1970s. 

**Please note to be considered for a position you must attach a resume, complete the application, and answer all screening questions.

• Work with nursing team to carry out the health care plan designed by the Practitioners.
• Administer treatments and/or medication prescribed by Practitioners.
• Interview clients for the purpose of gathering health history, nursing evaluation, admissions and discharges.
• Observe and document patient self-administration of medication.
• Assist nursing team with inventory management.
• Assist nursing team with admissions and discharges.
• Administer and document medical tests as appropriate.
• Provide support and guidance to patients in maintaining a therapeutic environment.
• Promote Chestnut’s culture of customer service excellence through the adherence to Chestnut’s

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent; successful completion of Medical Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant training program; current CMA or CNA certification; excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; basic computer skills; experience using MS Word, Excel, and Outlook as well as an electronic medical record; the ability to assist in common medical and office procedures. 

Are you intrigued by this job but don’t meet every single requirement? Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs when that’s the case. Chestnut is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn’t line up perfectly, please apply anyway! You might be just the right candidate for another role. We’d love to explore the possibilities with you! 

EOE – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience. 

The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $18.00 - $20.50 an hour. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education, experience, local market conditions, and internal equity. 

Chestnut Health Systems is a leading provider of behavioral and primary health care services. Over four decades, Chestnut has grown to over 700 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health and primary care treatment to patients in Central and Southern Illinois. We provide fully integrated care for all of our patients by combining behavioral health care services with our community-based primary care health centers. Chestnut also conducts research and training throughout the U.S.A. 

***For additional information and inquiries text "Chestnut" to 97211