Ambulatory Medical Assistant II

Advocate Health Care; Elmwood Park (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Medical Group (AMG) is part of Advocate Health, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health systems, with 350+ locations across Illinois and Wisconsin. AMG offers primary and specialty care, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, and more, providing a collaborative, patient-focused environment where quality care thrives.

As a Medical Assistant in AMG, you will support providers, collect vital signs, prepare patients for exams, administer vaccines, perform lab tasks, document in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medical assistant diploma or 2 years of medical assistant experience or be a certified MA with 2 years of medical assistant experience, to qualify.
• Confident working with both children and adults 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

Vital signs

Medical history

Patient care

Procedural assistance

Vaccinations

Lab testing

EHR documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical assistant diploma or MA certification (or 2 years MA experience)

Job description

Advocate Medical Group (AMG) is part of Advocate Health, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health systems, with 350+ locations across Illinois and Wisconsin. AMG offers primary and specialty care, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, and more, providing a collaborative, patient-focused environment where quality care thrives.

As a Medical Assistant in AMG, you will support providers, collect vital signs, prepare patients for exams, administer vaccines, perform lab tasks, document in