Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Lab Support

Advocate Health Care; Orland Park (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support the care team with clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring patient safety and confidentiality. The role emphasizes professionalism, compassion, and a dedication to high-quality, coordinated care.

You will welcome patients, take vital signs, prepare for exams, assist during procedures, administer medications and vaccines, and document everything in the electronic health record while collaborating closely with physicians and nurses.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or 2 years MA experience or a current certified/registered Medical Assistant 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 care

Vital signs

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduated from accredited Medical Assistant program or 2 years MA experience or certified/registered MA with 2 years experience

Phlebotomy training (preferred)

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support the care team with clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring patient safety and confidentiality. The role emphasizes professionalism, compassion, and a dedication to high-quality, coordinated care.

You will welcome patients, take vital signs, prepare for exams, assist during procedures, administer medications and vaccines, and document everything in the electronic health record while collaborating closely with physicians and nurses.