Medical Assistant (MA) - Family Medicine

Advocate Health • Wauwatosa, WI

1d • $22 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

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

This Medical Assistant role is part of the ambulatory care team at Aurora Family Medicine in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. The role supports providers, connects with patients, and helps deliver a seamless, compassionate care experience. The schedule is Monday through Friday, generally 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; hours may vary or change to meet clinic and department needs. The position is full-time, with 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• A medical assistant diploma or two years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association within 45 days, unless the department leader determines it is not required.
• Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when 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 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.

Nice To Haves

• Phlebotomy skills.

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.
• Work with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver high-quality, coordinated care.
• Follow applicable regulations and guidelines to protect patient safety and confidentiality.
• Respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• 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 and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Competitive compensation, with premium pay for eligible shifts or on-call work, incentive pay for select positions, and the opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
• Career development programs and well-being programs.

What This Job Offers

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