Medical Assistant (MA)/LPN - Internal Medicine Clinic

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Milwaukee, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant/LPN is a key member of the ambulatory care team at the Aurora Internal Medicine clinic at Aurora Sinai Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The role supports providers, connects with patients, and helps ensure a seamless, compassionate experience. The clinic provides primary and internal medicine care for adults, including diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of complex conditions, and coordinates care with specialty providers when needed. The position is full time, 40 hours per week, with a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The listed pay range is $21.85 to $32.80 per hour. Medical Assistant starting pay is listed as $22 to $23 per hour, and LPN starting pay as $24.50 to $25.50 per hour; pay depends on experience and qualifications, and leaders may offer more for directly relevant experience. The role requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching above the shoulders, and twisting. It also involves patient and equipment handling, use of fine hand manipulation skills, and possible exposure to hazardous materials, blood and body fluids, and communicable diseases. Protective equipment must be worn as necessary. Physical Abilities Testing may be required.

Requirements

GED or high school equivalency diploma.
For Medical Assistants: completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, or two years of verifiable full-time experience as a Medical Assistant within the last five years.
For LPNs: completion of an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program.
For LPNs: a state-issued Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state where the team member practices.
For Medical Assistants: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification must be obtained within 45 days, unless the department leader has determined it is not required.
For LPNs: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification must be obtained within 45 days, unless the department leader has determined it is not required.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
Ability to push and 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.

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 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.
Respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.

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