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Medical Assistant (MA) - General Pediatrics

Advocate Aurora Health · Park Ridge, Illinois, US

Department: 01451 AMG Lutheran General Residency - Pediatrics: Residency Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additi...

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Department: 01451 AMG Lutheran General Residency - Pediatrics: Residency Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Full-time position (40 hours per week) - Five 8-hour shifts, Monday–Friday - Includes one Saturday rotation - Includes one evening shift per week Clinic hours: - Monday - Thursday 8:00am-8:00pm - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm - Saturday 8:00am-12:00pm Pay Range: $21.85 - $32.80 JOB SUMMARY: The Medical Assistant is a key member of the patient care team by supporting physicians and other clinicians in the delivery of high-quality health care to ambulatory patients. Medical Assistants are vital to the effective operations of a fast-paced medical practice. Medical Assistants help patients transition from the outside world into the provider’s office. The Medical Assistant performs a variety of important tasks to promote optimal health for our patients, including: Assist physicians and other clinicians with important clinical duties including but not limited to taking medical histories and assisting in physical examinations Act as a liaison between patients, physicians and other clinicians. Measure patient’s vital signs: Pr...