Medical Assistant (MA) - Neurology Clinic

Advocate Health • Libertyville, IL

1d • $23 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports the neurology 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, along with professionalism and compassion in patient interactions. The Medical Assistant welcomes patients, helps them transition into care, and works with providers and teammates to provide a coordinated, patient-focused experience. The position is based at Advocate Medical Group’s Neurology clinic in Libertyville, Illinois, and is scheduled Monday through Friday during clinic hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of a medical assistant program or successful completion of the certification or registration exam.
• Able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Able to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Able to push and 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.
• Able to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Able to wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, or 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.
• Collect specimens and perform point-of-care testing and other lab-related tasks.
• Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
• Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver coordinated care.
• Follow relevant regulations and guidelines to protect patient safety and confidentiality.
• Respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Perform physical safety interventions, including 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.
• Competitive compensation, with potential premium and incentive pay for select positions and the opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
• Career development and well-being programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED