Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - OBGYN
About The Position
The Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) supports the obstetrics and gynecology care team by assisting providers, connecting with patients, and helping deliver a seamless, compassionate care experience. The role is based in Aurora Medical Group’s women’s health services in Green Bay and works Monday through Friday, with hours varying between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. The position is full time at 32 hours per week, with no weekends or holidays. Aurora Medical Group is part of Advocate Health, a nonprofit health system with locations across Illinois and Wisconsin. Its women’s health services offer care across life stages, including gynecology, pregnancy, preventive care, and specialized services. The job description notes that duties may include other related work and that its listed responsibilities are not exhaustive.
Requirements
- GED or high school equivalency diploma.
- For the LPN role: a current Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the state where the team member practices.
- For the MA role: Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association, to be obtained within 45 days unless the department leader determines it is not required.
- For the LPN role: completion of an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program.
- For the MA role: completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, or two years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last five years.
- 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 while handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
- Ability to 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, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
- Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
- Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment when necessary due to potential exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease.
- Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
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.
- Accurately document care in the electronic health record.
- Work with physicians, nurses, and teammates to provide coordinated, high-quality care.
- Respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
- Perform patient restraint and verbal de-escalation interventions when needed.
- Perform other related duties as required.
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
- Premium pay, such as shift or on-call pay, based on the teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
