Medical Assistant, Internal Medicine Clinic

Advocate Aurora Health

. Support the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks vital to patient care .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeLincolnwood • Illinois • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $22 - $34 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in clinical and administrative tasks essential for patient care, including strong phlebotomy skills and accurate documentation in electronic health records. Capable of performing physical safety interventions and adhering to regulations to ensure patient safety and confidentiality.

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Medical Assistant DiplomaPhlebotomy SkillsElectronic Health Record DocumentationPatient Care CoordinationPhysical Safety Interventions

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Hard Skills

Vital Signs MeasurementSpecimen CollectionPoint-of-Care TestingMedication AdministrationIV InsertionHealth ScreeningPatient RestraintVerbal De-EscalationFine Hand ManipulationPhysical Abilities Testing

Soft Skills

CompassionProfessionalismTeam CollaborationEffective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Medical Assistant

Industry Keywords

Patient CareClinical TasksAdministrative TasksPatient SafetyConfidentialityHealth Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks vital to patient care
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 specimen collection and point-of-care testing
Document care accurately in the electronic health record
Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver coordinated care
Work clinic hours including an evening shift at least once a week and one Saturday or Sunday a month
Travel to sister sites in Morton Grove and Lincolnwood to cover absences based on business needs
Adhere to regulations and guidelines to ensure patient safety and confidentiality
Maintain professionalism and compassion during patient interactions

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Strong phlebotomy skills highly preferred
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 35 pounds
Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines
Ability to perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed
Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment when exposed to chemical and hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions
Physical Abilities Testing may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Time Off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Competitive compensation
Career development programs
Well-being programs