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Medical Assistant (MA)/PCT - Cardiology

HSHS · Springfield, IL · $19.00–$27.55 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 25, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

New grads are encouraged to apply. What did your training prepare you for, and what will you need help with?

What they are checking: Whether they're honest about skills and eager to learn.

Tell me about a time you helped a patient who didn't understand their instructions.

What they are checking: Whether they explain things simply and check understanding.

Why do you want to work in cardiology?

What they are checking: Whether they're interested in this specialty and its patients.

What would you do

A patient in the cardiology clinic tells you they're having chest pain right now. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they recognize an emergency and get the provider immediately.

How do you keep the clinic schedule moving when the doctor is running behind?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate with patients and prepare rooms to reduce delays.

How would you handle a patient who's frustrated about a long wait?

What they are checking: Whether they stay patient and kind while explaining the delay.

About the work

How would you do a 12-lead EKG, and what makes a tracing usable?

What they are checking: Whether they know electrode placement and how to avoid artifact in a cardiology clinic.

What vitals and history matter most for a cardiology patient?

What they are checking: Whether they understand why blood pressure, heart rate, weight and medications matter here.

How do you review medications with patients who take many heart drugs?

What they are checking: Whether they're careful with medication reconciliation, especially blood thinners.

MA certification is required within 90 days. Where are you in that process?

What they are checking: Whether they have a plan to meet the certification requirement on time.

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The full job description

As published by HSHS.

Pay Range: $19.00 - $27.55 A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education. HSHS Prairie Cardiovascular is seeking a Medical Assistant or Patient Care Tech to join our Springfield Cardiovascular. Ideal candidates are patient focused, mission driven caregivers looking for an opportunity to apply clinical knowledge in a primary care ambulatory setting responsible for rooming and assessment of patients, preparing examination rooms, and coordination of care. New grads are encouraged to apply. Position Specifics: Department: Prairie Cardiovascular Core Function: Medical Assistant Schedule: Full time, 40 hrs/wk, Monday-Friday Facility: Springfield – Prairie Cardiovascular Clinic Location: Springfield, IL Sign On Bonus: $5,000.00 - Medical Assistant Compensation that aligns with your experience Education Qualifications • Completion from an accredited Medical Assistant program is required. • 1 or more years of Medical Assistant experience may be considered in lieu of completion of program per department discretion. Experience Qualifications • One year of clinical experience - Preferred Certifications, Licenses and Registrations • Medical Assistant (MA) Certification/Registration required or must be obtained within 90 days of start date from one of the following credentialing organizations: 1. Certified MA from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) 2. Registered MA from American Medical Technologists (AMT) 3. National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) 4. Certified Clinical MA (CCMA) from National Healthcare Association (NHA) 5. Registered MA from American Allied Health (AAH) 6. Nationally Registered CMA (NRCMA) from National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) 7. Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) or Medical Assistant Certification (MAC) from American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) 8. Podiatric MA Certified (PMAC) from American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) 9. Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) from International Joint Commission on Allied Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO) 10. Certified Clinical MA (CCMA) from National Performance Specialists (NPS) • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) is required within 60 days of hire Patient Care Technician Position Summary Under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse, provides direct and non-direct patient care according to their scope of practice. Understands and reacts effectively to the unique needs of all patients. Works collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team to provide safe patient care. Education High School Diploma or GED is required. Graduate of an approved school for Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or successful completion of a Patient Care Technician program or an Active EMT license is required. 1 of year of experience in patient or clinical care may be considered in lieu of education. Experience N/A Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Job Description Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a healthcare system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits. • Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues. • Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need. • Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions. • Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period. • Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more! • Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more! Benefits HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process Hospital Sisters may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence or machine-learning technologies, to assist with certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process. These tools may help our recruiting team organize applications, search for resumes, identify qualifications reflected in application materials, and facilitate communications or scheduling with applicants. Information used by these tools may include materials you provide during the application process, such as your resume, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions. These tools are used only to support our recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by HSHS personnel, and automated tools do not make employment decisions on behalf of HSHS. Applicants who have questions about this notice or who require a reasonable accommodation or alternative evaluation method may contact HSHS Human Resources at Contact@hshs.org

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