Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Lab Specialist

Advocate Health; Saint Francis (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide patient care under the supervision of providers. The role includes rooming patients, taking vitals, medication reconciliation, basic history taking, and health maintenance screenings.

Responsibilities also cover assisting with procedures, performing CLIA-waived lab tests, administering vaccines, coordinating referrals, and maintaining a clean, organized workspace. Strong teamwork and patient communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, or military clinical training as per DD214 in lieu of a formal MA program.
• Two years of verifiable MA experience within last 5 years for some divisions.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Medical Assistant scope of practice, follows policies and procedures, and maintains competency.
• Performs rooming/visit tasks: vital signs, medication reconciliation, history, screenings, allergies review.
• Assists provider with procedures and lab duties including venipuncture and POCT per standing orders.
• Administers medications and vaccines following rights of administration.
• Handles referrals, scheduling, insurance authorizations, and patient messaging.
• Maintains clean, stocked work environment and supports onboarding of teammates.
• Demonstrates effective communication and teamwork; escalates when needed.
• Ensures age-appropriate care and understanding of growth and development across patient lifespan.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program completion

Military clinical training (DD214)

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide patient care under the supervision of providers. The role includes rooming patients, taking vitals, medication reconciliation, basic history taking, and health maintenance screenings.

Responsibilities also cover assisting with procedures, performing CLIA-waived lab tests, administering vaccines, coordinating referrals, and maintaining a clean, organized workspace. Strong teamwork and patient communication are essential.