Medical Assistant (MA)- Internal Medicine

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Bolingbrook, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports the internal medicine care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks that are vital to patient care. The role requires adherence to applicable regulations and guidelines to protect patient safety and confidentiality, as well as professionalism and compassion in all interactions. The Medical Assistant works as part of an ambulatory care team to support providers, connect with patients, and help deliver a seamless, coordinated care experience. This position works at Aurora Medical Group locations in Bolingbrook and Westmont, Illinois, and requires travel between the two sites. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, with hours varying by day, and includes work on one to two Saturdays per month. The role is full-time, 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 plus two years of medical assistant experience.
Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above 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, with 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 respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood, 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.
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 high-quality, coordinated care.
Follow relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure patient safety and confidentiality.
Travel between the Bolingbrook and Westmont locations.

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 may be available for shift, on-call, and other applicable work.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.