Medical Assistant (MA)/LPN - Urgent Care Clinic

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Franklin, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant/LPN supports providers and patients as a member of an urgent care team, helping deliver a seamless and compassionate care experience. The role is at Aurora Urgent Care - Franklin, a walk-in clinic providing same-day care for non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries. The clinic is open Monday through Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. The schedule typically includes one 12-hour shift and one 8-hour shift, with either every other weekend or every fourth weekend in rotation and a holiday rotation. The role may be filled by a Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse. Medical Assistants must have a GED or high school equivalency diploma and either complete an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program or have two years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last five years. LPNs must have a GED or high school equivalency diploma and complete an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program. LPNs must hold a license issued by the state where they practice. Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required within 45 days unless the department leader determines it is not required. The listed pay range is $21.85–$32.80 per hour. The posting states that starting pay is typically $22–$23 per hour for Medical Assistants and $24.50–$25.50 per hour for LPNs; pay depends on experience and qualifications, and leaders may consider higher pay for directly relevant experience. This is a part-time, benefits-eligible position with 20 hours per week.

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 Medical Assistant experience within the last five years.
For LPNs: completion of an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program.
For LPNs: an LPN license issued by the state where the team member practices.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association, to 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 during 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, including fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Ability to perform physical safety interventions, such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.
Physical Abilities Testing may be required; additional department-specific physical requirements may be identified by the nurse leader.

Responsibilities

Welcome patients and support their transition into care.
Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and health screenings.
Prepare patients for examinations 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.
Work with physicians, nurses, and teammates to provide coordinated, high-quality 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.
Premium pay, such as shift and on-call pay, based on teammate status.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance. Eligibility may depend on FTE or employment status.