Medical Assistant - Transition Pool

Day shift

Pay Range:

This position is sign-on bonus eligible if the candidate meets organizational qualifications.

The Medical Assistant I supports 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.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or may have completed structured military training which is clinical in nature per DD214 in lieu of a formal medical assistant program or EMT
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification required 

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow Medical Assistant scope of practice, policies, and competency requirements.
• Room patients, obtain vital signs, review medications, and complete screenings.
• Assist providers with exams, procedures, and treatments.
• Collect specimens, perform venipuncture, and complete lab testing as appropriate.
• Administer medications and vaccines safely.
• Support patient care through refills, referrals, scheduling, and insurance authorizations.
• Cross-train to support clinic and specialty-specific needs.
• Communicate effectively with patients, providers, and care team members.
• Maintain clean, stocked, and organized exam rooms and equipment.
• Provide age-appropriate care to patients across the lifespan.

Required Skills:

• Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills, within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members and physicians
• Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems
• Demonstrates customer service skills that support a positive patient experience

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.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.