Medical Assistant (MA) - Endocrinology Clinic

Advocate Health; Illinois; Vor Ort; USD 36.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support the care team at the Advocate Endocrinology clinic on N. Clark St in Chicago, IL. The role involves clinical and administrative duties to ensure patient safety and a compassionate experience.

Schedule is Monday–Friday 8am–5pm with one half-day; no weekends or holidays, with occasional rotation to 4025 N Western Ave. The position emphasizes patient-centered care and teamwork.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant diploma or CMA certification or 2 years MA experience required.

Aufgaben

• 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.

Kenntnisse

Vital signs

Patient care

Medical histories

Vaccinations administration

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant diploma or CMA certification

Jobbeschreibung

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:

Advocate Medical Group (AMG) is part ofAdvocate 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.

WhatYou’llDo:

Schedule: Monday - Fridays 8am-5pm w/ 1 half day (8-130pm). No weekend no holidays. Rotating to 4025 N Western Ave 2 days out of the week. Schedule subject to change when provider starts.

As a Medical Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in the 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 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 Advocate Endocrinology clinic on N. Clark St in Chicago, IL offers comprehensive care for individuals with hormone and metabolic conditions. Our experienced team provides high-quality, patient-centered care in a convenient location close to home. Our team is committed to delivering compassionate, individualized care tailored to meet each patient’s unique needs.

Your feedback matters.

Every teammate’s voice 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 twist frequently throughout 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 with ability to 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 be worn as necessary.

• Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.

• Physical Abilities Testing may be required.

• Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.