Compassionate Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Lab

Hugh Chatham Health; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 65,618,000 - 98,427,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health’s AMG Oak Lawn location is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and patients in a fast-paced care team. You will perform vital signs, take histories, prepare patients for exams, assist during procedures, and support documentation in the EHR, contributing to safe, compassionate care.

The role emphasizes teamwork with physicians and nurses while maintaining patient confidentiality and professionalism in a busy outpatient setting in Oak Lawn, IL.

Qualifications

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

Medical Assistant

Phlebotomy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Diploma

Job description

Advocate Health’s AMG Oak Lawn location is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and patients in a fast-paced care team. You will perform vital signs, take histories, prepare patients for exams, assist during procedures, and support documentation in the EHR, contributing to safe, compassionate care.

The role emphasizes teamwork with physicians and nurses while maintaining patient confidentiality and professionalism in a busy outpatient setting in Oak Lawn, IL.