Medical Assistant (MA) - Gynecology-Oncology Clinics

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Park Ridge, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports providers and connects with patients as part of the ambulatory care team at Aurora Medical Group’s gynecological oncology clinics. The role helps deliver a seamless, compassionate patient experience and coordinated, high-quality care. The position is based in Park Ridge and requires travel 4–6 days per month. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
A medical assistant diploma, or two years of medical assistant experience, or certification as a medical assistant with two years of medical assistant experience.
Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds; 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, including fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
Physical abilities testing may be required.

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 examinations and assist providers during procedures.
Administer medications and vaccines as directed.
Perform laboratory-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 care.
Respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Perform physical safety interventions, such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.

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, including shift and on-call pay, where applicable.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.