Compassionate Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Lab Support

Advocate Health Care; South Holland (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care's Advocate Medical Group in South Holland, IL is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support care teams in a fast-paced ambulatory setting. You will perform clinical and administrative tasks with compassion and professionalism.

You will welcome patients, record vital signs, assist with exams, administer vaccines, collect specimens, document in the EHR, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to ensure high-quality, coordinated care every day.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or 2 years of verifiable full-time MA experience within last 5 years.
• 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

Vital signs

Patient care

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Advocate Health Care's Advocate Medical Group in South Holland, IL is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support care teams in a fast-paced ambulatory setting. You will perform clinical and administrative tasks with compassion and professionalism.

You will welcome patients, record vital signs, assist with exams, administer vaccines, collect specimens, document in the EHR, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to ensure high-quality, coordinated care every day.