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Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant, Family Practice

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMt Pleasant, WI, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • A medical assistant diploma from an accredited institute, two years of verifiable medical assistant experience, or certification as a medical assistant together with a diploma or two years of verifiable medical assistant experience is required to qualify.
  • The role requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching above the shoulders, and twisting.
  • The role requires the 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.
  • The role requires functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation skills for intravenous insertion and other procedures or functions.
  • The role requires maneuvering foot pedals on carts or machines.
  • The role may require physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation.
  • The role may involve exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease, requiring protective clothing and equipment as necessary.
  • The role requires responding quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
  • Physical abilities testing may be required.
  • Additional department-specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities.
  • The schedule is Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., based on operational needs.

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 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 care.

Desired Qualifications

  • Phlebotomy skills are preferred.

About the Company

Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Advocate Health Care is a faith-based nonprofit health system serving Illinois and Wisconsin with a network of hospitals, clinics, and providers. It delivers a broad range of medical services using current techniques and ongoing research, coordinated through clinical integration. The organization offers financial advocacy and assistance to help uninsured or underinsured patients manage hospital bills. Its goal is to improve patient care and expand access by combining high-quality medical services, financial support, and a commitment to clinical excellence.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Late Stage VC
Total funding
$18M
Headquarters
Oak Brook, IL
Founded
1976

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