Medical Assistant - Ambulatory Care & Patient Support

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

Job summary

Advocate Health in Chicago, IL seeks a Medical Assistant to support the care team with clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring patient safety and confidentiality. The role emphasizes professionalism and compassion in every interaction.

You will welcome patients, take vital signs, document histories, prepare for exams, assist during procedures, administer medications and vaccines, perform lab tasks, and help maintain accurate records in the electronic health record, collaborating with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 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, 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

Vital signs

Patient interaction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant diploma or MA certification

Job description

Advocate Health in Chicago, IL seeks a Medical Assistant to support the care team with clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring patient safety and confidentiality. The role emphasizes professionalism and compassion in every interaction.

You will welcome patients, take vital signs, document histories, prepare for exams, assist during procedures, administer medications and vaccines, perform lab tasks, and help maintain accurate records in the electronic health record, collaborating with