Medical Assistant (MA) or LPN Lead - Occupational Health

Advocate Aurora Health • Milwaukee, WI

78d • $21 - $37

About The Position

The position is for a full-time role in the Occupational Medicine department at Advocate Health, specifically at the AMG AHC Miller Parkway location. The job involves performing clinical staff functions, monitoring day-to-day operations in the occupational health program, and providing direction to staff. The hours are from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, covering both clinics as needed. The pay range is between $22.50 and $37.30, with actual compensation based on qualifications and experience.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) within 45 days.
• GED or HS Equivalency Diploma.
• Advanced training beyond High School for LPN.
• Completion of an accredited program in Medical Assistant or 2 years of verifiable experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Typically requires 5 years of experience in an occupational health, urgent care, or emergency care environment.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated leadership skills such as project management, team building, and delegation.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical staff functions for the majority of the workday.
• Monitors and coordinates the day-to-day operations in the occupational health program area(s).
• Provides daily work direction to the staff and acts as an expert resource.
• Assists in staff scheduling.
• Orients and trains nursing staff on clinical competencies.
• Monitors clinical staff for effective completion and adherence to nursing standards during patient care.
• Assists with maintenance and editing of information databases.
• Assists with monitoring and maintaining staff licenses, certifications, and documentation of training.
• Responds to client needs and concerns from established occupational health accounts.
• Facilitates customer service improvement activities.
• Develops and implements processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Educational Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

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