Medical Assistant (MA)- Immediate Care

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Aurora, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks that are vital to patient care. The role requires following relevant regulations and guidelines to protect patient safety and confidentiality, while maintaining professionalism and compassion in all interactions. As a member of the ambulatory care team, the Medical Assistant supports providers, connects with patients, and helps ensure a seamless, compassionate experience. The primary location is 2285 Sequoia Dr., Aurora, Illinois, with additional locations at 4100 Healthway Dr., Aurora, Illinois, and 2500 W. Fabyan Pkwy, Batavia, Illinois. The schedule consists of three shifts per week. The department operates Monday through Friday between 6:45 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.; the role includes every third Saturday and Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and rotating holiday coverage. The position is full-time, 36 hours per week, and benefits-eligible. The listed pay range is $21.85–$34.35. The role requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching above the shoulders, and twisting. The Medical Assistant must be able to lift and support up to 35 pounds, push or pull with 30 pounds of force, and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present. The job also requires functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch; fine hand manipulation for IV insertion and other procedures; and the ability to maneuver foot pedals. Physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, may be needed. The role may involve exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary. The employee must respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions. Physical Abilities Testing may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must have a medical assistant diploma, or two years of medical assistant experience, or be a certified medical assistant with two years of medical assistant experience.
Ability to meet the physical requirements described for the role, including lifting and supporting up to 35 pounds, pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force, and performing a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, with fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.

Nice To Haves

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.
Follow relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure patient safety and confidentiality.
Maintain professionalism and compassion during patient interactions.

Benefits

Paid time off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Career development programs.
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on teammate role.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.