American Addiction Centers·Elgin, Illinois
The Medical Assistant supports physicians and clinicians in delivering high-quality healthcare to ambulatory patients. Key duties include taking medical histories, measuring vital signs, administering medications, and documenting patient information in electronic health records.
01120 AMG Elgin 1435 Randall MOB - Family Medicine
Status: Full time
Benefits: Eligible:
Hours Per Week: 40
Monday-Friday schedule with occasional late evening and a rotating weekend requirement to support clinic operations and patient access.
$21.85 - $32.80
Ability to lift to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
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Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and at least two years of medical assistant experience within the last five years. A current AHA CPR certification and the ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 35 pounds, are required.
Market context
Family medicine medical assistant roles in Illinois are typically in steady demand because outpatient primary care needs ongoing support with rooming, vitals, documentation, and patient flow. Competition often centers on recent hands-on experience, current AHA CPR certification, and the ability to handle physical duties such as lifting up to 35 pounds. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting, then confirm your last two years of MA experience and CPR status before applying.