Medical Assistant or LPN - Medical Specialties Float Pool

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Waukesha, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Support the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks vital to patient care. Medical Assistants and Licensed Practical Nurses must follow relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure patient safety and confidentiality, and maintain professionalism and compassion in all interactions.

This ambulatory care role supports providers, connects with patients, and helps deliver a seamless, compassionate experience. The position is part time, with 20 hours per week, typically scheduled Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM. Days vary, with five 8-hour shifts over two weeks. There are currently no holidays, nights, or weekends. The role floats among locations in Summit, Mukwonago, Waukesha, and Hartland.

Aurora Medical Group (AMG), part of Advocate Health, has more than 350 locations across Illinois and Wisconsin and offers a wide range of specialties and services. AMG describes its work environment as collaborative and patient-focused, with an emphasis on innovation and quality care.

Compensation depends on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training. The stated range is $21.85–$32.80 for a Medical Assistant and $24.10–$36.15 for an LPN. The position offers benefits eligibility; eligibility for specific programs may depend on FTE or employment status.

Requirements

• GED or high school equivalency diploma.
• For LPN applicants: an active Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the state where the team member practices.
• For LPN applicants: completion of an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program, including advanced training beyond high school.
• For Medical Assistant applicants: completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, or two years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience 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 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 perform physical safety interventions, such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary when exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required; additional department-specific physical requirements may be identified by the nurse leader.

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.
• Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver coordinated care.
• Provide feedback and contribute insights to help improve the culture and care.

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.
• Competitive compensation, premium pay for eligible shifts or on-call work, incentive pay for select positions, and potential annual performance-based increases.

What This Job Offers

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