Medical Assistant (MA)- Internal Medicine

Advocate Health•Bolingbrook, IL

3d•$22 - $33•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 adherence to relevant regulations and guidelines to protect patient safety and confidentiality, along with professionalism and compassion in interactions. Medical Assistants support providers, connect with patients, and help ensure a seamless care experience as part of an ambulatory care team. The position travels between the Bolingbrook and Westmont locations. The regular schedule is Monday 9:00 AM–6:30 PM, Tuesday 7:30 AM–3:30 PM, Wednesday and Thursday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, and Friday 7:30 AM–4:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch each day. The employee will also work one to two Saturdays per month. The role is full-time at 40 hours per week. Aurora Medical Group is part of Advocate Health and provides a collaborative, patient-focused environment across a broad range of specialties and services. The organization emphasizes exceptional care, improved health outcomes, and teammate feedback to strengthen its culture and care delivery.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
A medical assistant diploma, or two years of medical assistant experience, or certification as a medical assistant plus two years of medical assistant experience.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including lifting and supporting 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, including fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Ability to perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation if needed.
Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment when necessary due to possible exposure to chemical and hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease.

Nice To Haves

Phlebotomy skills.

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 coordinated, high-quality care.
Follow relevant regulations and guidelines to support patient safety and confidentiality.

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 the teammate’s role.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual performance-based increases.