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Advocate Health

Healthcare provider delivering equitable, cost-effective care

Medical Assistant - Pain Medicine

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationPosted on Nov 13
Full-timeLibertyville, IL, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • A medical assistant diploma, or two years of medical assistant experience, or certification as a medical assistant plus two years of medical assistant experience is required to qualify.
  • The role requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching above the shoulders, and twisting throughout the workday.
  • The role requires lifting and supporting up to 35 pounds while handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
  • The role requires pushing and pulling with 30 pounds of force and performing 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 may require physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation.
  • The role may involve exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn 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 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 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 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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