Compassionate Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Admin

Advocate Health Care; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care’s Aurora Medical Group is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and patients with clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring high standards of patient safety and confidentiality.

The role involves taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, administering vaccines and medications as directed, charting in the electronic health record, and collaborating with nurses and physicians to deliver coordinated care in ambulatory settings across Illinois locations.

Qualifications

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

Medical assistant duties

Vital signs

Phlebotomy (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant diploma or certification/experience

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Advocate Health Care’s Aurora Medical Group is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and patients with clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring high standards of patient safety and confidentiality.

The role involves taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, administering vaccines and medications as directed, charting in the electronic health record, and collaborating with nurses and physicians to deliver coordinated care in ambulatory settings across Illinois locations.