Medical Assistant (MA) - Pediatrics

Aurora Health Care; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health, a large nonprofit health system, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support care teams with clinical and administrative tasks in a pediatric/ambulatory setting. Shifts vary by provider and include weekend and evening coverage as required.

A MA diploma or equivalent experience is needed, with EPIC experience preferred and 1–3 years of related experience highly preferred. The role emphasizes patient confidentiality, compassionate patient interactions, and accurate documentation in

Qualifications

• 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.
• 1-3 years of experience highly preferred.
• EPIC experience 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

EPIC experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MA diploma or 2 years MA experience or MA certified with 2 years experience

Tools

EPIC

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:

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.
• 1-3 years of experience highly preferred.
• EPIC experience preferred.

WhatYou’llDo:

Schedule: The MA shifts vary based on the providers’ clinic hours each day. Each MA at our clinic is assigned to a provider; therefore, MA scheduling will mirror the provider they are working with.

Office Hours:

• Monday -Thursday: 8am-7pm
• Friday: 8am-4:30pm
• Saturday: 8am-12pm (All team members are required to work at least (1) Saturday a month.)

Shifts:

• 8am-4:30pm
• 8am-5pm
• 8:30am-5pm
• 11am-7pm (required to work one evening clinic/week)

As aMedical 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:

Our experienced team provides comprehensive pediatric primary care for children, ages birth through their high school years. Our street address is 1945 W. Wilson Ave., Chicago, IL. Our dedicated team of pediatric experts offers a broad range of services that support children through their developmental milestones. Services include preventive care such as vaccinations and well-child visits, school physicals, acute care visits, and guidance for nutrition and behavior development. With a family-centered approach, our peds team offers personalized care.

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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.

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