Medical Assistant (ma) - Family Medicine

Advocate Health

Lake Zurich, IL, US
Base: $21.85 - $32.80 ph; bonus: $2,500 sign-on bo...
Take medical histories and assist with physical exams
Measure patient vital signs and administer vaccines
Document information into electronic health records
The Medical Assistant is a key member of the patient care team supporting physicians in delivering high-quality health care to ambulatory patients

Job Summary

  • The Medical Assistant is a key member of the patient care team supporting physicians in delivering high-quality health care to ambulatory patients.
  • This position offers a competitive pay range of $21.85 to $32.80 per hour along with a $2500 sign-on bonus payable after 90 days.
  • Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit integrated health system in the United States, employing over 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals.

Matching Summary

The Medical Assistant is a key member of the patient care team supporting physicians in delivering high-quality health care to ambulatory patients.

Salary

Base: $21.85 - $32.80 per hour; Bonus: $2500 sign-on bonus after 90 days; Benefits: Comprehensive suite including PTO, health/welfare, retirement match, and educational assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Take medical histories and assist with physical exams
  • Measure patient vital signs and administer vaccines
  • Document information into electronic health records
  • Collect specimens for laboratory testing
  • Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance
  • Work rotating weekend coverage schedules

Nice-to-have

  • Resilient and flexible in changing environments
  • Ability to cooperate and work with others
  • Sound and timely decision-making skills
  • Experience using keyboard and computers
  • Familiarity with ambulatory care equipment

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Graduate of medical assistant program OR 2 years experience in last 5 years
  • Current AHA CPR certification required
  • Ability to travel locally to multiple sites as needed

Work Rights

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