Medical Assistant (MA) - Pulmonary

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








:

A




dvocate






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.

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:

Monday - Friday: 8:00 - 5:00

No Weekends/No Holidays

This position will require occasional traveling between Elgin and Barrington

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:

Our experienced team of cardiologists and pulmonologists in Elgin, IL specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary heart disease.. When youre looking for expert pulmonary hypertension care close to home, visit us in Elgin, IL.

Pulmonary heart disease usually begins with pulmonary hypertension and affects the arteries in the lungs. With one of the largest pulmonary heart disease programs in the region, our specialists have access to advanced tools to accurately diagnose the underlying causes of pulmonary heart disease.

Our pulmonary heart disease team will work with you to develop an individualized treatment plan that works best for you. Using a coordinated, multispecialty approach, we offer the latest treatments, developed through our research and clinical trials, and work closely with interventional pulmonology specialists that offer leading-edge procedures.

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
  
  
  
  
  
  
  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
  
  
  
  
  
  
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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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