Ascension·Addison, Illinois
The Medical Assistant will administer immunizations, injections, and blood draws while performing essential laboratory tasks. They will also collaborate with the healthcare team and maintain accurate patient records to ensure continuity of care.
$19.58 - $26.09 per hour How you'll make an impact in this role Administers critical immunizations, injections, blood draws and executes vital laboratory work to actively protect individuals. Collaborate with the healthcare team, contributing specialized knowledge for optimal outcomes. Maintain detailed patient records for seamless communication and care continuity. Assist providers with procedures. What minimum qualifications you'll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association OR American Red Cross accepted. Medical Assistant preferred.
High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable. What additional requirements you'll need Training and/or experience to give vaccinations and injections is a must.
Life at
Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Equal employment opportunity employer Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees.
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Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Candidates must possess a BLS Provider certification and have a high school diploma or one year of relevant experience. Proficiency in administering vaccinations and injections is a mandatory requirement for this role.
Market context
Primary care medical assistant roles in Illinois are commonly driven by steady outpatient demand and the need for staff who can support rooming, vitals, documentation, and patient flow. This type of role is competitive because employers often prefer candidates with certification, current BLS readiness, and experience that shows comfort in a fast-paced clinic. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification timeline and highlight any primary care or patient-facing experience in your application.
