Medical Assistant - Family Medicine 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

:

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.

Were

Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED
  required
  .

• Must
  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.

What

Youll

Do:

Clinic hours:

Monday, Wednesday & Thursday: 7:30a - 7p

Wednesday & Friday: 7:30a - 5p

Saturday: 8:30a - 12:30p

Work Schedule:

Must be able to work


1-2 late evenings until 7pm per week, and 1-2 Saturday mornings per month

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:

• Welcome patients and support their transition into care.

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

• Prepare patients for exams and
  assist
  providers during procedures.

• Administer medications and vaccines as directed.

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

• Document care accurately in the electronic health record.

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

About This Location:

AMG Southeast (2301 E 93rd St, Chicago, IL) is a fast-paced, team-centered primary care practice providing family medicine and internal medicine to patients from newborns through older adults. Our team delivers comprehensive care including routine physicals, womens health, newborn and well-childcare, same-day sick visits, and chronic disease management. We proudly serve a diverse and often underserved community and partner closely with community resources, Neighborhood Care sites, and our pharmacists to support diabetic education and chronic disease medication maintenance. Teammates can expect a collaborative environment focused on access, quality, and patient-centered outcomes.

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

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

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

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

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

• Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.

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

• 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.

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

• Physical Abilities Testing may be
  required
  .

• Additional
  department specific physical requirements may be
  identified
  for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.

Ready to Take the Next Step:

Apply Now!