Medical Assistant (MA) - Family Medicine

Department: 01120 AMG North Lake Zurich - Family Medicine Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: M-F 7am-4p, 8am-5pm, rotating Saturdays Pay Range: $21.85 - $34.35 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 :   Advocate Health , one of the nation’s 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, women’s 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.   We’re   Looking For:   High School Diploma or GED   required .       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.   Phlebotomy   skills are   preferred .   What   You’ll   Do:   M-F 7am-4p, 8am-5pm, rotating Saturdays As a   Medical Assistant ,   you’ll   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:   Our physicians at Advocate Medical Group Primary Care in Lake Zurich, IL, provide the high-quality, personalized care you deserve.   Primary care   is the first point of contact in health care and our family medicine physicians are here to care for your entire family. Our address is 350 Surryse Rd., Lake Zurich, IL. When you’re looking for primary care close to home, visit us in Lake Zurich, IL. Our team of family medicine physicians, along with our nurse practitioners, are committed to your health and wellness. We provide comprehensive preventive care, such as annual physical exams and vaccinations. We're also well trained in the diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses and chronic diseases and can refer you to specialists if needed. Our primary care physicians are trained in general medicine and care for a large majority of health care needs. Our physicians are here to diagnose and treat chronic conditions and common ailments as well as coordinate your overall medical needs with your specialty care physicians. We provide care for patients with chronic conditions. Your feedback matters.   Every   teammate’s   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!   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 ma