Medical Assistant- Family Practice

Advocate Health; Illinois; On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Medical Group in Illinois is seeking a Medical Assistant to support the care team with clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring patient safety and confidentiality. The role emphasizes professionalism and compassionate patient interactions.

Responsibilities include vitals, histories, assisting during procedures, administering vaccines, and EHR documentation, with phlebotomy preferred. On-site ambulatory care setting supporting new clinician Dr. Feld starting in October.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant diploma or 2 years MA experience or MA certification with 2 years experience required.
• 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

Medical assisting

Phlebotomy

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant diploma

MA certification with 2 years experience

Job description

JobDescriptionSummary:

Support the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks that are vital to patient care.Medical Assistants must adhere to all relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure patient safety and confidentiality.They are expected tomaintaina high levelof professionalism and compassion during all interactions.

Where You Will Work

AdvocateMedical Group (AMG) is part of Advocate Health, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health systems. With more than 350 locations across Illinois and Wisconsin, AMG offers a wide range of specialties and services, including primary care, medical and surgical care, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, and more. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and improving health outcomes in the communities we serve. Joining AMG means being part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment where innovation and quality care thrive.

We’reLooking For:

• High School Diploma or GEDrequired.
• Musthave 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.
• Phlebotomyskills arepreferred.

WhatYou’llDo:

Monday- 6:45- 7pm

Tuesday- 6:45am- 4:00 pm.

Wednesday- Every other Wednesday 9-12pm.

Thursday- 6:45am- 4:00 pm.

Friday- 6:45am- 4:00 pm.
Every 3rd Saturday 8am-12pm. When working Saturday, Wednesdays are off.

As a Medical Assistant,you’llplay a vital roleinthe care team – supporting providers, connecting with patients, and helping ensure a seamless, compassionate experience every day.

As a key member of the ambulatory care team, you will:

• Welcome patients and support their transition into care.
• Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and health screenings.
• Prepare patients for exams andassistproviders 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.

About This Location:

This Medical Assistant will primarily be supporting our new clinician, Dr. Feld, who is starting in October.

Our physicians at Advocate Medical Group Primary Care in South Elgin, IL, provide the high-quality, personalized care you deserve.Primary care is the first point of contact in health care and our family medicine physicians are here to care for your entire family. Our address is 486B Randall Rd., South Elgin, IL. When you’re looking for primary care close to home, visit us in South Elgin, IL.

Our team of family medicine physicians, along with our nurse practitioners, are committed to your health and wellness. We provide comprehensive preventive care, such as annual physical exams and vaccinations. We're also well trained in the diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses and chronic diseases and can refer you to specialists if needed.

Your feedback matters.

Everyteammate’svoice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twistfrequentlythroughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch withabilityto use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.
• Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must bewornas necessary.
• Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
• Physical Abilities Testing may berequired.
• Additionaldepartment specific physical requirements may beidentifiedfor unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.