Medical Assistant (MA) - Interventional Pain Management Clinic

Job




Description




Summary:

Support the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks that are vital to patient care.




Medical Assistants must adhere to all relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure patient safety and confidentiality.




They are expected to




maintain






a high level




of professionalism and compassion during all interactions.

Where You Will Work








:

Our Pain Management specialists provide comprehensive services including medical management, testing, procedures, and surgery. If




youre




suffering, our pain-management specialists can help get your symptoms under control, so you can get back to the activities you enjoy.

Were




Looking For:

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  High School Diploma or GED
  
  
  
  
  required
  
  
  
  
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  M
  
  
  
  
  ust
  
  
  
  
  have a medical assistant diploma or 2 years of medical assistant experience or be a certified MA with 2 years of medical assistant experience, to qualify.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

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  Phlebotomy
  
  
  
  
  skills are
  
  
  
  
  preferred
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
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What




Youll




Do:

As a








Medical Assistant








,




youll




play a vital role




in




the care team supporting providers, connecting with patients, and helping ensure a seamless, compassionate experience every day




.

As a key member of the ambulatory care team, you will:

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  Welcome patients and support their transition into care.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  

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  Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and health screenings.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  

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  Prepare patients for exams and
  
  
  
  
  assist
  
  
  
  
  providers during procedures.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

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  Administer medications and vaccines as directed.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  

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  Perform lab-related tasks including specimen collection and point-of-care testing.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  

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  Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  

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  Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver high-quality, coordinated care.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  

About This Location:

Aurora Medical Group (AMG) is part of








Advocate Health








, one of the nations largest nonprofit health systems. With more than 350 locations across Illinois and Wisconsin, AMG offers a wide range of specialties and services, including primary care, medical and surgical care, pediatrics, womens health, behavioral health, and more. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and improving health outcomes in the communities we serve. Joining AMG means being part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment where innovation and quality care thrive.

Your feedback matters.








Every




teammates




voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

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  Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist
  
  
  
  
  frequently
  
  
  
  
  throughout the workday.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

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  Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  

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  Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  

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  Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with
  
  
  
  
  the ability
  
  
  
  
  to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

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  Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  

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  Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  

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  May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be
  
  
  
  
  worn
  
  
  
  
  as necessary.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

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  Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  

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  Physical Abilities Testing may be
  
  
  
  
  required
  
  
  
  
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  Additional
  
  
  
  
  department specific physical requirements may be
  
  
  
  
  identified
  
  
  
  
  for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  
  

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