PRN Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Clinic - Primary Care

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Mequon, WI

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Support the care team at Aurora Family Medicine in Mequon, Wisconsin, by performing clinical and administrative tasks essential to patient care. Medical Assistants and Licensed Practical Nurses are expected to follow applicable regulations and guidelines, protect patient safety and confidentiality, and interact with patients and teammates with professionalism and compassion.

This PRN role is part of the ambulatory primary care team. The clinic is open Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The schedule is flexible in coordination with the direct leader, with a minimum commitment of 24 hours per month. Weekends and holidays are not required.

Aurora Medical Group is part of Advocate Health, a nonprofit health system serving communities across Illinois and Wisconsin. The Mequon family medicine team provides preventive care, vaccinations, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic conditions, and referrals to specialists. The position is based at 6425 W. Mequon Rd., Mequon, Wisconsin.

The role requires frequent physical activity, including sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting. It may involve exposure to hazardous materials, blood and body fluids, and communicable diseases; protective equipment must be worn as needed.

Requirements

• GED or high school equivalency diploma.
• For LPN candidates: an active Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
• For Medical Assistant candidates: 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 Medical Assistant candidates: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification 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 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, and 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.
• Protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood and 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 examinations and assist providers during procedures.
• Administer medications and vaccines as directed.
• Collect specimens and perform point-of-care testing and other lab-related tasks.
• Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other teammates to provide coordinated care.
• Follow applicable regulations and guidelines to protect patient safety and confidentiality.

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.
• Potential premium pay, incentive pay for select positions, and annual increases based on performance; eligibility varies by position and status.

What This Job Offers

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