Medical Assistant - Pediatrics Gastro Clinic (oak Lawn)

Advocate Health

Oak Lawn, IL, US
Base: $21.85 - $32.80 ph; bonus: $2,500 sign-on bo...
Assist with physical examinations
Measure patient vital signs
Administer vaccines and medications
The Medical Assistant supports physicians and clinicians in delivering high-quality healthcare to ambulatory patients within a fast-paced practice

Job Summary

  • The Medical Assistant supports physicians and clinicians in delivering high-quality healthcare to ambulatory patients within a fast-paced practice.
  • This role involves critical tasks such as taking medical histories, measuring vital signs, administering vaccines, and documenting information in the electronic health record.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive benefits suite including paid time off, health and welfare benefits, retirement plans, and a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

Matching Summary

The Medical Assistant supports physicians and clinicians in delivering high-quality healthcare to ambulatory patients within a fast-paced practice.

Salary

Base: $21.85 - $32.80 per hour; Bonus: $2,500 sign-on bonus payable after 90 days; Benefits: Comprehensive suite including PTO, health, dental, vision, and retirement match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assist with physical examinations
  • Measure patient vital signs
  • Administer vaccines and medications
  • Document into electronic health record
  • Collect specimens for testing
  • Travel between multiple clinic locations

Nice-to-have

  • Resilient in stressful conditions
  • Flexible in changing environment
  • Cooperative team player
  • Sound decision-making skills
  • Compassionate family-centered care

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Graduate of medical assistant program OR 2 years experience
  • Current AHA CPR certification
  • Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
  • Experience using keyboard and computers

Work Rights

Not specified

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