Medical Assistant – Ambulatory Care & Lab Support

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

Job summary

Advocate Medical Group in Lincolnwood, IL is seeking a Medical Assistant to support care teams with clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring patient safety and confidentiality. You will assist providers, take vital signs, record histories, and help prepare patients for exams.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, and a MA diploma or 2 years of MA experience, or MA certification with experience.

Qualifications

• Must have a medical assistant diploma or 2 years of medical assistant experience or be a certified MA with 2 years of medical assistant experience.
• Strong phlebotomy skills (highly 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

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Advocate Medical Group in Lincolnwood, IL is seeking a Medical Assistant to support care teams with clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring patient safety and confidentiality. You will assist providers, take vital signs, record histories, and help prepare patients for exams.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, and a MA diploma or 2 years of MA experience, or MA certification with experience.