Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine

Advocate Aurora Health; Palos Hills (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Medical Group, part of Advocate Health, in Palos Hills, IL, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support care teams with clinical and administrative tasks. A MA diploma or 2 years MA experience (or certified MA with 2 years) is required, with phlebotomy skills preferred.

Schedule: M-F with rotating Saturdays; clinic hours vary. You will welcome patients, record vitals, assist with procedures, and document in the EHR.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy skills preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.

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

Education

Medical Assistant diploma or 2 years MA experience or cert MA with 2 years experience

Job description

Job Description Summary:

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 to maintain a high level of professionalism and compassion during all interactions.

Where You Will Work

Advocate Medical 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’re Looking For:

• 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.

Schedule:

M-F with rotating Saturday

Clinic Hours: Mon & Thurs 7a-7p / Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday 7a-5p

Will have one late night and one early morning.

What You’ll Do:

• 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.

About This Location:

Our physicians at Advocate Medical Group Primary Care in Palos Hills, 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 7620 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, IL. When you’re looking for primary care close to home, visit us in Palos Hills, 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.

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