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Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Medical Assistant - MA, Family Medicine Clinic

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, or two years of medical assistant experience, or certification as a medical assistant with two years of medical assistant experience is required to qualify.
  • Primary care experience is required.
  • Must frequently sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist throughout the workday.
  • Must be able 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.
  • Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and be able to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
  • Must be able to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
  • Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions; physical abilities testing may be required.
  • May be exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
  • 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 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 patient care.
  • Adhere to relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure patient safety and confidentiality.

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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