Medical Assistant (MA) - Family Medicine

Advocate Health•Buffalo Grove, IL

1d•$22 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports the family medicine care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks essential to patient care. The role requires following applicable regulations and guidelines to protect patient safety and confidentiality, and maintaining professionalism and compassion in all interactions. As part of the ambulatory care team, the Medical Assistant welcomes patients, supports their transition into care, assists providers, and helps create a seamless and compassionate patient experience. The position is based at the listed locations in Buffalo Grove and Mount Prospect, Illinois. The department’s office hours include Monday through Friday and one Saturday per month, either the first or second Saturday.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
A medical assistant diploma, or two years of medical assistant experience, or certified medical assistant status with two years of medical assistant experience.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently.
Ability to lift and support up to 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, and 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, such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to work around possible exposure to chemicals, 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 are preferred.

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.
Work with physicians, nurses, and teammates to provide coordinated care.
Follow relevant regulations and guidelines to help ensure patient safety and confidentiality.
Respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Use protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to hazardous materials or infectious risks.

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.
Programs that invest in career development.
Premium pay, such as shift or on-call pay, based on the teammate’s role.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.