Pediatrics Medical Assistant - Compassionate Clinic Support

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

Job summary

Advocate Medical Group (AMG) in Aurora, IL is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and care teams. This role involves clinical tasks, patient communication, and admin duties to ensure safe, compassionate care.

Office hours are Monday–Friday with occasional weekend coverage as needed. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, assisting during procedures, handling specimen collection, and documenting in the EHR.

Qualifications

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

Medical Assistant

Phlebotomy

Patient communication

Education

Medical Assistant diploma or 2 years MA experience or MA certification

Tools

EHR (Electronic Health Record)

MyChart

Medical software

Job description

Advocate Medical Group (AMG) in Aurora, IL is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and care teams. This role involves clinical tasks, patient communication, and admin duties to ensure safe, compassionate care.

Office hours are Monday–Friday with occasional weekend coverage as needed. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, assisting during procedures, handling specimen collection, and documenting in the EHR.