Medical Assistant (MA) - Internal Med Clinic

Advocate Health Care; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Glenview is seeking a Medical Assistant to join their ambulatory care team. You'll welcome patients, take vital signs, assist with procedures, and document care in the electronic health record. A key role supporting providers and ensuring compassionate patient experiences.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or relevant experience. Join us and help redefine care for all.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, or 2 years of verifiable full-time experience in the last 5 years.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy skills 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.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Patient support

Phlebotomy skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Medical Assistant program or 2 years of experience

Job description

Why Advocate Health

When you join Advocate Aurora Health, you are joining one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health systems, serving communities across Illinois and Wisconsin with a strong commitment to equity, excellence, and whole‑person care.

At Advocate Aurora Health we are redefining how, when, and where care is delivered—bringing human kindness to every step of the health journey. Guided by our Purpose, “From discovery to everyday moments, we’re redefining care – for you, for us, for all,” we are committed to lifting everyone up, thinking boldly together, and creating spaces where all belong and can thrive.

What You Will Do

Schedule: Monday – Friday: 8.5 hour shifts with a lunch; including one late shift per week (until close) on a weekday. Saturday: one shift per month.

As a Medical Assistant, you’ll play a vital role on 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.

Where You Will Work

• Location: Glenview

We are Looking For: Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Medical Assistant, or 2 years of verifiable full‑time experience as a Medical Assistant within the last 5 years.
• Phlebotomy skills preferred.

Being Part of Something Bigger

At Advocate Health, your work matters—to patients, teammates, and the communities we serve. If you are passionate about care, teamwork, and making a meaningful difference every day, we would love to grow with you.

Apply today and help us redefine care—for all.