Medical Assistant (MA) - Endocrinology Clinic
About The Position
The Medical Assistant supports the endocrinology care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks essential to patient care. The role requires adherence to applicable regulations and guidelines to protect patient safety and confidentiality, as well as professionalism and compassion in interactions with patients and teammates. The position is based at Advocate Medical Group’s Endocrinology clinic on N. Clark Street in Chicago, which provides care for hormone and metabolic conditions. The schedule is Monday through Friday, generally 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with one half day from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. There are no weekend or holiday shifts. The Medical Assistant rotates to 4025 N. Western Ave. two days per week. The schedule may change when the provider starts.
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 sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
- Ability to push or pull with 30 pounds of force and perform 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 or functions.
- Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
- Ability to perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
- Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
- Willingness and ability to wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood or body fluids, and communicable disease.
- Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
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.
- Collect specimens and perform point-of-care testing and other lab-related tasks.
- Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
- Work with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver coordinated care.
- Follow applicable 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
- Financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
- Career development programs
- Premium pay for eligible shifts, on-call work, and other qualifying circumstances
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
