Medical Assistant (MA) - OBGYN

Advocate Health•Crystal Lake, IL

1d•$22 - $33

About The Position

Support the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks that are vital to patient care. Medical Assistants must adhere to relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure patient safety and confidentiality, and maintain professionalism and compassion in all interactions. As a key member of the ambulatory care team, the Medical Assistant supports providers, connects with patients, and helps ensure a seamless, compassionate care experience. This position supports OB-GYN services at both the Barrington and Crystal Lake sites. The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for 24 hours per week. Advocate Medical Group is part of Advocate Health, a nonprofit health system with locations across Illinois and Wisconsin. The Crystal Lake clinic provides women’s health services, including preventive gynecologic care, maternal and prenatal care, family planning, and diagnosis and treatment of women’s health conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, or two years of verifiable full-time experience as a Medical Assistant within the last five years.
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 and perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
May be exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease; must wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary.

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 coordinated care.
Support both OB-GYN sites in Barrington and Crystal Lake.
Follow applicable regulations and guidelines to protect 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.
Premium pay, including shift and on-call pay, for eligible teammates.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Career development programs.