Medical Assistant (MA) or LPN - Pediatric Clinic

Advocate Health•Menomonee Falls, WI

2d•$22 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Support the pediatric care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks that are vital to patient care. Medical Assistants and Licensed Practical Nurses must follow applicable regulations and guidelines to protect patient safety and confidentiality, and maintain professionalism and compassion in all interactions. This role supports providers, connects with patients, and helps deliver a seamless, compassionate care experience. As part of the ambulatory care team, the Medical Assistant or LPN welcomes patients, takes and records vital signs and health information, prepares patients for exams, assists providers with procedures, administers medications and vaccines as directed, performs specimen collection and point-of-care testing, documents care in the electronic health record, and collaborates with physicians, nurses, and teammates. The position is based at a pediatric clinic in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, providing pediatric primary care from birth through high school, including preventive care, vaccinations, well-child visits, school physicals, acute care, and guidance on nutrition and behavior development. The clinic offers same-day appointments for urgent pediatric needs, virtual visits, and extended hours. The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The role is 40 hours per week, with no weekends or holidays. The listed pay range is $21.85–$32.80 for an MA and $24.10–$36.15 for an LPN; actual compensation depends on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training. The role requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching above the shoulders, and twisting. It also involves lifting and supporting up to 35 pounds, pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force, and performing a 150-pound sliding transfer with a second person present. The team member must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, fine hand manipulation skills, and the ability to maneuver foot pedals. Patient restraint and verbal de-escalation may be required. Exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases may occur; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary. The position requires responding quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions. Physical Abilities Testing may be required, and the nurse leader may identify additional department-specific physical requirements.

Requirements

GED or high school equivalency diploma.
For the LPN role: an active Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
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.
Basic Life Support (BLS) 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 throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds; push or pull with 30 pounds of force; and perform a 150-pound sliding transfer 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 perform patient safety interventions such as restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.

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 teammates to provide coordinated care.
Follow applicable regulations and guidelines to ensure patient safety and confidentiality.
Respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
Use protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to workplace hazards.