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Advocate Health

Healthcare provider delivering equitable, cost-effective care

Medical Assistant - Family Medicine

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationPosted on Nov 9
Full-timeWest Dundee, IL, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • 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, is required.
  • The role requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
  • The role requires the ability to lift and support 35 pounds while handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
  • The role requires the ability to 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 IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
  • The role requires maneuvering foot pedals on carts or machines.
  • The role requires performing physical safety interventions, such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, when needed.
  • The role requires wearing protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.
  • 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 within the department.

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

Healthcare provider delivering equitable, cost-effective care

Advocate Health runs a multi-state healthcare system that provides care through a network of hospitals, clinics, and affiliated services. It aims to help people live well by delivering equitable care for all in its communities, using its combined strength and expertise to improve health outcomes while lowering costs. The organization operates across seven states (Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Wisconsin) with strong bases in Chicago and Milwaukee, and focuses on coordinating care, expanding access, and reducing waste to deliver value to patients. Its goal is to offer consistent, high-quality care that is more affordable by emphasizing equity, prevention, and efficient care delivery within a regional network.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Charlotte, NC
Founded
2022

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