Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Lab Support

Advocate Health; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians in an ambulatory care setting. You will perform vital clinical and administrative tasks, communicate test results, manage calls, and handle prescription renewals with compassion and professionalism.

Typical hours are Monday–Friday 8 am–7 pm, plus Saturday 8 am–12 pm and 8 am–5 pm, with a focus on ensuring accurate documentation and patient-centered care throughout the care continuum.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Medical Assistant diploma or 2 years MA experience or certified MA with 2 years MA experience.
• Phlebotomy skills are 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

Phlebotomy

Patient communication

Medical documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant diploma or MA certification with experience

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians in an ambulatory care setting. You will perform vital clinical and administrative tasks, communicate test results, manage calls, and handle prescription renewals with compassion and professionalism.

Typical hours are Monday–Friday 8 am–7 pm, plus Saturday 8 am–12 pm and 8 am–5 pm, with a focus on ensuring accurate documentation and patient-centered care throughout the care continuum.