Medical Assistant – Ambulatory Care & Patient Support

Advocate Health Care; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health, a major health system, invites applications for a Medical Assistant in Park Ridge, IL. The role supports ambulatory care delivery alongside providers, nurses, and staff to ensure a compassionate patient experience.

Required are a high school diploma or GED. A MA diploma or 2 years of MA experience, or being a certified MA with 2 years of MA experience is needed to qualify.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Medical assistant diploma or 2 years MA experience or certified MA with 2 years experience.

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 care.

Skills

Medical assistant

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Diploma or MA certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Advocate Health, a major health system, invites applications for a Medical Assistant in Park Ridge, IL. The role supports ambulatory care delivery alongside providers, nurses, and staff to ensure a compassionate patient experience.

Required are a high school diploma or GED. A MA diploma or 2 years of MA experience, or being a certified MA with 2 years of MA experience is needed to qualify.