Medical Assistant – Orthopedic Surgery Clinic

Advocate Aurora Health

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

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $22 - $33 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 vital sign measurement, medication administration, and electronic health record documentation. Possesses strong physical capabilities to support patient care activities and effectively collaborates with healthcare teams.

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Medical Assistant DiplomaPatient Care SupportVital Sign MeasurementElectronic Health Record DocumentationOrthopedic Surgery Experience

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Hard Skills

Vital Sign MeasurementMedication AdministrationSpecimen CollectionPoint-of-Care TestingIV InsertionHealth ScreeningPatient PreparationElectronic Health Record DocumentationPhysical Safety InterventionsVerbal De-Escalation

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationCommunicationAdaptabilityPatient InteractionProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Medical Assistant

Industry Keywords

Patient CareOrthopedic SurgeryClinical TasksAdministrative TasksHealthcare Team Coordination

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
Split time between 3021 N Sheffield Ave and 1435 N Webster Ave in Chicago
Work Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with two rotating Saturdays per month from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM; no holidays required

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
Prior orthopedic surgery experience preferred
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently
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 required
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 and verbal de-escalation if needed
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions
Physical Abilities Testing may be required
May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Total Rewards package
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
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 the teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Career development programs
Well-being programs