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Medical Assistant / Patient Support Assistant - Ortho

Endeavor Health · IL · $20.29–$29.42 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you protected a patient's privacy at work.

What they are checking: Whether they understand HIPAA as a daily practice, not just a rule they signed.

Tell me about a time you acted as a go-between for a patient and a physician.

What they are checking: Whether they can communicate clearly between patient and provider to coordinate care.

What would you do

This is a dual front office and clinical role. How do you switch between checking patients in and rooming them?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle both sides of the job without dropping tasks on either.

A patient at the front desk is upset about a long wait. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can calm a frustrated patient with honesty and good service.

You'll float between locations and work some weekends. How do you adjust to a new office quickly?

What they are checking: Whether they are flexible and can learn new workflows without slowing the team down.

A patient's blood pressure reading is very high when you take vitals. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they recheck and alert the provider rather than just recording the number.

About the work

Walk me through how you room a patient for an orthopedic visit.

What they are checking: Whether they know the steps for vitals, history, medications and allergies and follow a standard protocol.

How do you make sure your EMR documentation is accurate when the clinic is busy?

What they are checking: Whether they keep documentation careful and complete even under time pressure.

How do you help a patient who has trouble walking get from the waiting room to the exam room safely?

What they are checking: Whether they think about fall risk, which matters a lot in an orthopedic practice.

How do you verify a patient's medication list when they aren't sure what they take?

What they are checking: Whether they are thorough and use available sources to get an accurate list.

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The full job description

As published by Endeavor Health.

Hourly Pay Range: $20.29 - $29.42 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: • Position: Medical Assistant / Patient Support Assistant (dual role) - Ortho • Location: Kildeer, IL • Full Time: 40 hours/ week • Hours: Varies Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Typically 8-9 hour shifts. This role includes rotating weekends and floating locations. • Travel Required: As Needed to Arlington Heights offices What you will do: Provide skilled front office and clinical support to the physician practice and serve as a liaison between the physician and patient to coordinate care. When required, provides direct patient care by working collaboratively with the care team. Functions as a member of the patient’s ambulatory care team while delivering exceptional customer service, ensuring patient safety, privacy and loyalty. Provide healthcare services under the direction of the Practice Manager and/or designee, and physicians throughout Endeavor Health. • Document accurately in the EMR and adhere to patient confidentiality standards. This includes obtaining/verifying medical history, medications, allergies, reason for visit, etc. • Accurate collection and documentation of vital signs, prepare patients for physician visit, utilize the standardized rooming patient protocol to complete all required documentation fields including medical history, reason for visit, and questionnaires • Administer medications per physician orders such as Perform EKGs, spirometry testing, and other office performed tests per physician orders and by following documented competencies • Distribute post-care direction(s) prepared by physician to patient • Assist in procedures as needed including room set up, preparation, clean up, and ensure supplies are maintained for each practitioner. Also responsible for cleanliness of clinical and non-clinical areas such as patient rooms and laboratory • Assist with obtaining prior authorizations and pre-certifications as needed • Abstract clinical information into Epic at the direction of the physician or practice manager • Perform clinic inventory tracking, stocking, audit expiration dates of all patient care items • Obtain medical records from organizations outside Endeavor Health • Create and open orders per protocol or as directed by provider • Answer all incoming telephone calls to the office and handle each as appropriate, in accordance with NorthShore telephone customer service standard. Take accurate and complete messages according to protocols • Provide timely responses to EMR messages and appointment requests & other In Basket messages. Follow-up on patient issues as appropriate • Confirm/update & distribute call schedule; notify answering service, & internal on-call system, etc. • Complete prescription refills as per practice protocol • As directed, communicate test results & other information to patients via EMR or telephone What you will need: • High School Diploma or GED required • Certification: BLS/CPR Certification for the Healthcare Provider required specifically from the American Heart Association • Keyboard and computer skills Benefits (For full time or part time positions): • Premium pay for eligible employees • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development • Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options • Tuition Reimbursement • Free Parking • Wellness Program Savings Plan • Health Savings Account Options • Retirement Options with Company Match • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay • Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org . When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website ( www.endeavorhealth.org ) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

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