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Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Medical Assistant - MA, Occupational Health

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationUpdated on Nov 5
Part-time

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • Qualify through a medical assistant diploma, two years of medical assistant experience, or certified medical assistant status with two years of medical assistant experience.
  • Reliable transportation is required.
  • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
  • Must be able to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
  • Must be able to push and pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
  • Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and the ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for intravenous insertion and other procedures or functions.
  • Must be able to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
  • Must be able to perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation if needed.
  • Must wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary due to possible exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases.
  • Must respond 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 by the nurse leader.

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 care.
  • Support providers at four clinic sites and help ensure a seamless patient experience.
  • Travel to sister sites in Skokie, Lake Zurich, and Downers Grove to cover paid time off or staffing shortages.

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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