Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Lab Support

Advocate Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health seeks a Medical Assistant to support providers, engage with patients, and ensure a seamless, compassionate care experience. You will be part of the ambulatory care team, assisting with exams, procedures, medications, vaccines, and health screenings while maintaining meticulous documentation in the EHR.

The role emphasizes teamwork with physicians, nurses, and staff to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant diploma or 2 years MA experience or MA certification with 2 years 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 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

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant diploma or 2 years MA experience or MA certification

Tools

EHR systems

Windows OS

Job description

Advocate Health seeks a Medical Assistant to support providers, engage with patients, and ensure a seamless, compassionate care experience. You will be part of the ambulatory care team, assisting with exams, procedures, medications, vaccines, and health screenings while maintaining meticulous documentation in the EHR.

The role emphasizes teamwork with physicians, nurses, and staff to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative environment.