Clinic Office Assistant; Clinic CMA or RMA (Cardiology; IL Region)
How this pay compares
This posting states $19.14–$26.79 an hour. Open medical assistant jobs in Illinois post a median of $23.19 an hour, the middle half $22.48–$24.86, across 320 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Medical assistants employed in Illinois earn a median of $22.16 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
Job Overview
Working alongside cardiologists and a collaborative care team, you'll provide compassionate, high-quality care to patients with a variety of cardiac needs. From assisting with procedures and coordinating care to educating patients on heart-healthy lifestyles and treatment plans, you'll help support patients at every stage of their healthcare journey.
The Clinical Office Assistant is responsible for providing direct or indirect care, under the supervision of a physician and based on their scope of training, to patients who present with urgent, emergent, or potential health problems, as well as preventive care. Services include, but are not limited to, general patient care, assistance with procedures, documentation of activities, and patient/family education. Care is provided utilizing established principles and ethical standards, as well as policies and procedures established by Deaconess.
What You Will Need
- Graduation certificate from an accredited Medical Assistant program or graduation from an accredited nursing program required.
- Experience preferred but not required.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Current certification/license from one of the below
- Certified Medical Assistant- American Association of Medical Assistants
- Registered Medical Assistant- American Medical Technologist
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant- National Health career Association
- National Certified Medical Assistant- National Center for Competency Testing
- Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant- National Association for Health Professionals
- Registered Medical Assistant- American Allied Health
- Certified Medical Assistant Clinical- American Medical Certification Association
CPR provider certification required.
Shift: Days, Monday-Friday
Hours: 40 per week
Pay Ranges:
CMA/RMA: $19.14-$26.79
From Deaconess Health System's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Deaconess Health System
Deaconess Health System hires nurses, physicians and imaging techs in Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky.
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