Ambulatory Medical Assistant — Compassionate Patient Care

Advocate Health Care; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Park Ridge is seeking a Medical Assistant for Aurora Medical Group to support the care team and ensure a compassionate patient experience. You will take vital signs, assist with exams, and document in the EHR to ensure coordinated care.

The role requires a Medical Assistant diploma or 2 years of MA experience or a certified MA with 2 years of MA experience, plus a High School Diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have a medical assistant diploma or 2 years of medical assistant experience or be a certified MA with 2 years of medical assistant experience, to qualify.
• Phlebotomy skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and support their transition into care.
• Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and health screenings.
• Prepare patients for exams and assist providers during procedures.
• Administer medications and vaccines as directed.
• Perform lab-related tasks including specimen collection and point-of-care testing.
• Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
• Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver high-quality, coordinated care.

Skills

High School Diploma or GED

Medical assistant diploma

2 years MA experience

Certified MA with 2 years experience

Phlebotomy skills (preferred)

Education

Medical assistant diploma

Certified medical assistant

Job description

Advocate Health Care in Park Ridge is seeking a Medical Assistant for Aurora Medical Group to support the care team and ensure a compassionate patient experience. You will take vital signs, assist with exams, and document in the EHR to ensure coordinated care.

The role requires a Medical Assistant diploma or 2 years of MA experience or a certified MA with 2 years of MA experience, plus a High School Diploma or GED.