Compassionate Medical Assistant — Ambulatory Care

Advocate Aurora Health; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Lake Zurich, IL, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and patients within a busy ambulatory care team. You will perform vital signs, document histories, prepare patients for exams, and assist during procedures, while administering vaccines as directed and handling labs with point-of-care testing.

Join a patient-centered environment where collaboration with physicians, nurses, and teammates ensures high-quality, coordinated care and a compassionate patient

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medical assistant diploma or 2 years MA experience or be a certified MA with 2 years MA 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

Phlebotomy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant diploma or 2 years MA experience or certified MA with 2 years MA experience

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Advocate Health in Lake Zurich, IL, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and patients within a busy ambulatory care team. You will perform vital signs, document histories, prepare patients for exams, and assist during procedures, while administering vaccines as directed and handling labs with point-of-care testing.

Join a patient-centered environment where collaboration with physicians, nurses, and teammates ensures high-quality, coordinated care and a compassionate patient