Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Family Practice

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Sturgeon Bay, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) supports providers and patients as a key member of the ambulatory care team at Aurora Family Medicine in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. The role helps patients transition into care and contributes to a seamless, compassionate experience. The practice provides primary and family medicine, preventive care, vaccinations, diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses and chronic diseases, and referrals to specialists when needed. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a schedule of 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday; Thursdays are off. No holidays or weekends are required. The role may be filled by an MA or an LPN, with compensation based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training. The listed pay ranges are $21.85–$32.80 per hour for an MA and $24.10–$36.15 per hour for an LPN. The work is based at Aurora Family Medicine, 1910 Alabama St., Sturgeon Bay, WI. The role involves frequent movement and patient-care activities, including handling equipment and supplies, and may involve exposure to hazardous materials, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases. Protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.

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 experience as a Medical Assistant 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 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.
Ability to perform physical safety interventions, such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.

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 coordinated, high-quality care.
Respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
Use protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to hazards.

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 or on-call pay, based on the teammate's role.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance. Eligibility for programs may depend on FTE or employment status.