Medical Assistant - Pediatrics

Advocate Aurora Health

Tinley Park, Illinois, US
Base: $21.85 - $32.80 ph; bonus: $2,500 sign-on bo...
Fully onsite
Assist with physical examinations
Measure patient vital signs
Prepare and administer vaccines
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant for their pediatric department in Tinley Park, Illinois. The role involves assisting healthcare providers in delivering quality patient care, with responsibilities including taking medical histories, measuring vital signs, and preparing medications

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 full-time position offers a $2500 sign-on bonus payable after 90 days of hire and includes comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
  • The role requires the ability to travel locally between multiple sites and perform lifting activities up to 35 pounds while maintaining a fast-paced schedule.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant for their pediatric department in Tinley Park, Illinois. The role involves assisting healthcare providers in delivering quality patient care, with responsibilities including taking medical histories, measuring vital signs, and preparing medications.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assist with physical examinations
  • Measure patient vital signs
  • Prepare and administer vaccines
  • Document into electronic health record
  • Collect specimens for testing
  • Work in stressful conditions

Nice-to-have

  • Resilient and flexible in changing environment
  • Ability to cooperate and work with others
  • Sound and timely decision making skills

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Graduate of medical assistant program OR 2 years experience
  • Current AHA CPR certification
  • Experience using keyboard and computers
  • Familiarity with ambulatory care equipment

Work Rights

Not specified

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