Medical Assistant, Family Medicine, Full-time (Glenview, IL)

Advocatehealth; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Medical Assistant in Family Medicine in Glenview, IL. This full-time role involves preparing patients for exams, assisting physicians, and providing excellent patient care. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is available for external candidates. Ideal for entry-level applicants with a passion for healthcare.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $2,500

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 45 days.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for exams and obtain vital signs.
• Assist physicians with procedures and administer medications.
• Coordinate tests and follow-up care.

Skills

Communication

Technical proficiency

Customer service orientation

Education

GED or high school diploma

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

Medical Assistant, Family Medicine, Full-time (Glenview, IL)

Join us as a Medical Assistant in Family Medicine at Advocate Health in Glenview, IL. We offer a $2,500 sign-on bonus for external candidates.

Key Responsibilities

1. Prepare patients for exams, including obtaining vital signs and updating health information.
2. Perform laboratory procedures such as strep tests and specimen collection.
3. Assist physicians with procedures like pelvic exams and allergy testing.
4. Administer routine medications under physician orders or protocols.
5. Coordinate tests, referrals, and follow-up care, communicating effectively with team and patients.
6. Support clinical tasks such as suture removal, phlebotomy, EKG, and others, based on competency.
7. Provide age-appropriate patient care, understanding growth and development principles.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA, obtained within 45 days if not already held.
• GED or high school diploma; completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or two years of recent experience.
• No prior experience required.

Skills & Abilities

• Technical proficiency in routine and complex clinical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in computer use, including electronic medical records.
• Customer service orientation for a positive patient experience.

Physical & Work Environment

• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 35 pounds.
• Exposure to clinical hazards with appropriate protective measures.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare