A

Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Medical Assistant - Clinic

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAurora, CO, USA$21.85 - $36.15

About the Job

Requirements

  • A GED or high school equivalency diploma is required.
  • For the LPN role, a state-issued Licensed Practical Nurse license is required, along with advanced training beyond high school through completion of an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program.
  • For the Medical Assistant role, completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program is required, or two years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last five years.
  • For the Medical Assistant role, Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association must be obtained within 45 days, unless the department leader determines it is not required.
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
  • Ability to lift and support 35 pounds while handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
  • Ability to push and 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 wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases.
  • Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions. Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
  • Additional department-specific physical requirements may be identified 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 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 coordinated care.

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

Recently Posted Jobs

Explore more opportunities at Advocate Health Care

See more jobs