Medical Assistant (MA) - Immediate Care

Advocate Aurora Health; Round Lake (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in delivering high-quality care to ambulatory patients. The role involves assisting with clinical duties, measuring vital signs, and ensuring efficient operations in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and be adaptable to change.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health and Welfare Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Plans with Employer Match

Educational Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Graduate of a medical assistant program or 2 years of experience.
• Current AHA CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with clinical duties and taking medical histories.
• Measure patient vital signs and prepare/administer vaccines.

Skills

Communication

Team-oriented

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Program

Tools

Ambulatory Care Equipment

Job description

Department:

38603 Advocate Condell Medical Center - Immediate Care Clinic: Round Lake
Status: Full time
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Hours Per Week: 30
Schedule Details/Additional Information: 3 days a week, 1 full weekend every 3rd weekend, 1 winter holiday and 1 summer holiday.
This position is eligible for up to a $1250 sign-on bonus payable after 90 days of hire (Internals not included)

JOB SUMMARY:

The Medical Assistant is a key member of the patient care team by supporting physicians and other clinicians in the delivery of high-quality health care to ambulatory patients. Medical Assistants are vital to the effective operations of a fast-paced medical practice. They help patients transition into the provider’s office and perform tasks such as:

• Assist physicians and clinicians with clinical duties including taking medical histories and assisting in physical examinations
• Act as a liaison between patients, physicians, and clinicians
• Measure patient vital signs
• Prepare and administer vaccines/medications
• Document patient information into the electronic health record
• Collect specimens for testing

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of a medical assistant program or at least two years of verifiable medical assistant experience within the last five years
• Good communication skills; experience with keyboard and computer use
• Familiarity with ambulatory care equipment
• Current AHA CPR certification
• Ability to travel locally to multiple sites as needed
• Ability to work under stress and in difficult situations
• Resilient and adaptable to change
• Cooperative and team-oriented
• Ability to make sound, timely decisions and work rotating shifts any day of the week
• Ability to lift and transfer patients, up to 35 pounds without assistance; for heavier lifts, patient handling equipment and assistance from another staff member are expected

Pay Range: $21.45 - $32.20

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers comprehensive benefits and well-being programs, competitive pay, retirement options, career development opportunities, and more, including:

• Base pay within the listed range based on qualifications and experience
• Premium pay for shifts, on-call, and other conditions
• Incentive pay for select roles
• Annual performance-based increases

Benefits and More:

• Paid Time Off
• Health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Family benefits (adoption assistance, paid parental leave)
• Retirement plans with employer match
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health:

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the U.S., formed from the merger of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. It operates in Illinois, the Carolinas, Georgia, Alabama, and Wisconsin, with headquarters in Charlotte, NC. The system is a leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, and value-based care, serving nearly 6 million patients across hospitals and care locations, and engaged in extensive research and education programs. Advocate employs 155,000 teammates and is committed to equitable, community-focused care.