Medical Assistant – General Surgery

Advocate Aurora Health

Medical Assistant supporting clinical and administrative tasks for patient care at Advocate Health. Responsible for vital signs, patient preparation, and documentation in electronic health records.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeElgin • 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 monitoring, medication administration, and electronic health record documentation. Collaborates effectively with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality, coordinated patient care.

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Medical Assistant Diploma2 Years Medical Assistant ExperiencePhlebotomy SkillsVital Sign MonitoringElectronic Health Record Documentation

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Hard Skills

Vital Sign MonitoringMedical History RecordingHealth ScreeningMedication AdministrationVaccination AdministrationSpecimen CollectionPoint-of-Care Testing

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Medical Assistant

Industry Keywords

Patient CareClinical TasksAdministrative TasksCoordinated Care

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

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
Phlebotomy skills are preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

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