Clinic Office Assistant; Clinic LPN, CMA/RMA (General Surgery; IL)
- LPN / LVN license
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open licensed practical nurse jobs in Illinois post a median of $34.50 an hour, the middle half $30.44–$37, across 239 jobs that state their pay. Licensed practical nurses employed in Illinois earn a median of $36.06 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Job Overview
Are you organized, patient-focused, and thrive in a fast-paced environment? Join our General Surgery team and play a vital role in guiding patients through every step of their surgical journey.
As a Clinic Nurse, you'll be the primary clinical partner for the surgeon, helping coordinate patient care from the initial consultation through post-operative follow-up. You'll prepare charts to ensure all necessary records and testing are available, assist with patient visits, scribe during appointments, schedule surgeries, coordinate follow-up care, and build meaningful relationships with patients and their families.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys balancing clinical care, patient advocacy, and coordination responsibilities while helping patients navigate what can be a stressful time in their lives. If you love building relationships, staying organized, and being an essential part of a close-knit surgical team, this may be the job for you!
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
- Active LPN license in state of employment
CPR provider certification required.
Shift: Monday-Fridays; Days
Hours: 40 per week
Compensation
CMA/RMA: $19.14-$26.79
Clinic LPN: $22.32-$31.25
From Deaconess Health System's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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