Medical Assistant (ma) - Internal Medicine

Advocate Health

South Elgin, Illinois, US
Base: $22.90 - $34.35 ph; bonus: up to $2,500 sign...
Taking medical histories and assisting physical exams
Measuring patient vital signs accurately
Preparing and administering vaccines or medications
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 $22.90 to $34.35 per hour along with a potential $2,500 sign-on bonus payable after 90 days.
  • Advocate Health provides comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans with employer match, and educational assistance programs.

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: $22.90 - $34.35 per hour; Bonus: Up to $2,500 sign-on bonus payable after 90 days; Benefits: Comprehensive suite including PTO, health/dental/vision, retirement match, and educational assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Taking medical histories and assisting physical exams
  • Measuring patient vital signs accurately
  • Preparing and administering vaccines or medications
  • Documenting patient information in electronic health records
  • Collecting specimens for laboratory testing
  • Lifting up to 35 pounds without assistance

Nice-to-have

  • Resilient and flexible in changing environments
  • Ability to make sound and timely decisions
  • Cooperative team player with strong communication skills
  • Experience working in fast-paced medical practices

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • At least two years of medical assistant experience within last five years
  • Current AHA CPR certification required
  • Ability to travel locally to multiple sites as needed
  • Experience using keyboards and computers

Work Rights

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