Medical Assistant (MA)
- Infusion
- Full-Time (Park Ridge) Advocate Aurora Health
- 3.6 Park Ridge, IL Job Details Full-time $21.85
- $32.
80 an hour 11 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Medical assisting Full Job Description 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.
Why Advocate Health:
When you join Advocate Aurora Health, you are joining one of the nation's largest nonprofit health systems, serving communities across Illinois and Wisconsin with a strong commitment to equity, excellence, and whole-person care. At Advocate Aurora Health we are redefining how, when, and where care is delivered—bringing human kindness to every step of the health journey. Guided by our Purpose, "From discovery to everyday moments, we're redefining care
- for you, for us, for all," we are committed to lifting everyone up, thinking boldly together, and creating spaces where all belong and can thrive.
What Will You Do:
Schedule:
M-F 8:30-5pm, no holidays or weekends As a Medical Assistant , you'll play a vital role on 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.
Where You Will Work:
Location:
Park Ridge We are
Looking For:
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required. Completion of an accredited or approved program in Medical Assistant, or 2 years of verifiable full-time experience as a Medical Assistant within the last 5 years . Being Part of Something Bigger At Advocate Health, your work matters—to patients, teammates, and the communities we serve. If you are passionate about care, teamwork, and making a meaningful difference every day, we would love to grow with you. Apply today and help us redefine care—for all.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
1) Ability to access patients and respond in a timely manner 2) Exposure to unidentified infectious cases 3) Exposure to body fluids and blood 4) Ability to work varying shifts to meets needs of center. 5) Ability to work under stressful conditions and in difficult situations. 6) Physical demands are moderate. Occasional lifting, bending and stooping or sitting. Normal office environment where there is minimal or no physical discomfort due to temperature, dust or noise. Equipment utilized includes basic office equipment designed for use with ambulatory patients as well as emergency medical equipment. If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
