Ambulatory Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Admin

Advocate Health Care; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care, including Advocate Medical Group, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support care teams in ambulatory settings. You will perform clinical and administrative duties that ensure patient safety and a compassionate experience.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and completion of a medical assistant program or certification; phlebotomy skills are preferred. Schedule typically Monday–Friday with varied hours and occasional Saturdays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of a medical assistant program or successful completion of the certification/registration exam
• 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.

Job description

Advocate Health Care, including Advocate Medical Group, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support care teams in ambulatory settings. You will perform clinical and administrative duties that ensure patient safety and a compassionate experience.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and completion of a medical assistant program or certification; phlebotomy skills are preferred. Schedule typically Monday–Friday with varied hours and occasional Saturdays.