Medical Assistant (MA) - Internal Medicine

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Elgin, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports the internal medicine 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 all interactions. Medical Assistants support providers, connect with patients, and help deliver a seamless, patient-focused experience in an ambulatory care setting. The position is based at Advocate Medical Group Primary Care in Elgin, Illinois, serving the surrounding Elgin, South Elgin, Algonquin, and Gilberts communities. Clinic hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with one Saturday every other month; scheduling is based on clinic staffing needs and provider coverage. This is a part-time position with no benefits eligibility indicated. The listed pay range is $21.85–$32.80 per hour. Advocate Medical Group is part of Advocate Health, a nonprofit health system with more than 350 Advocate Medical Group locations across Illinois and Wisconsin. The organization describes its environment as collaborative and patient-focused, with an emphasis on innovation, quality care, and improving community health outcomes.

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 frequently sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, 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, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.

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.
Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver coordinated, high-quality care.
Follow relevant regulations and guidelines to support 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, subject to eligibility.
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave, subject to eligibility.
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, for eligible circumstances.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.