Medical Assistant
SwedishAmerican Hospital
Location: Rockford, IL 61101, US
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 – Business and Financial Operations
Posted: Saturday, 27 June 2026
Valid Through: Monday, 27 July 2026
Job Description
SwedishAmerican Hospital is hiring a Medical Assistant in Rockford, IL. This is a full-time position.
Work Schedule:
80% FTE, Standard Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 7: 30a-4: 00p Screening Season (august - early December): potential varied start times from 5a-1: 30p you will work at UW Health Swedish American Hospital 1401 E State St.
Additional components of compensation may include:
Evening, night, and weekend shift differential
Overtime
On-call pay
At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance
• Annual wellness reimbursement
• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids
• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!
• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development
• Strong shared governance structure
• Commitment to employee voice
Qualifications
Work Experience
Licenses & Certifications
Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Job Description
UW Northern Illinois benefits
80% FTE, Standard Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 7: 30a-4: 00p Screening Season (august - early December): potential varied start times from 5a-1: 30p you will work at UW Health Swedish American Hospital 1401 E State St.
Additional components of compensation may include:
Evening, night, and weekend shift differential
Overtime
On-call pay
At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance
• Annual wellness reimbursement
• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids
• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!
• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development
• Strong shared governance structure
• Commitment to employee voice
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Associate degree or Medical Assistant program or a minimum of 5 years experience in addition to military training. Required
- Employer Based Clinics: Laboratory and phlebotomy training required within 30 days of hire. Required
- Must provide copy of HS diploma or equivalent, or highest level of completed degree obtained. Required
Work Experience
- At least one year of professional experience in a clinic setting. Preferred
- Computer experience. Required
Licenses & Certifications
- RMA, AAMA, CCMA or NCCT certification is required upon hire. Required
- Bi-Annual CPR certification. Required
- Active RMA, AAMA, CCMA or NCCT certification must be maintained. Required
Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Job Description
UW Northern Illinois benefits
Education Requirements
high school
Skills
Please see the job description for required or recommended skills.
Benefits
Please see the job description for benefits.
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