Medical Assistant (MA)/LPN - Urology Clinic

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Milwaukee, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant/LPN is a key member of the ambulatory urology care team, supporting providers and helping patients have a seamless, compassionate care experience. The role includes welcoming patients, collecting and documenting clinical information, preparing patients for exams, assisting providers with procedures, administering medications and vaccines as directed, and performing laboratory-related tasks. The position works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other teammates to provide coordinated care.

This full-time position is based at the Aurora Urology Clinic in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, generally 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with hours varying according to department needs. The position is available as a Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse, with compensation based on qualifications, experience, and role.

Requirements

• GED or high school equivalency diploma.
• Medical Assistant: Completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, or two years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last five years.
• Licensed Practical Nurse: Completion of an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program.
• Licensed Practical Nurse: A current LPN license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association; must be obtained within 45 days unless the department leader determines it is not required.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and support 35 pounds; push or pull with 30 pounds of force; and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, with fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
• Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary when exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.

Responsibilities

• 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 laboratory-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.

Benefits

• 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 and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Career development programs.
• Potential premium pay, incentive pay for select positions, and annual performance-based increases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED