Medical Assistant (MA) - Family Medicine Clinic
About The Position
The Medical Assistant supports the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks essential to patient care. The role requires following relevant regulations and guidelines to protect patient safety and confidentiality, and maintaining professionalism and compassion in all interactions. As a member of the ambulatory care team, the Medical Assistant supports providers, connects with patients, and helps deliver a seamless, coordinated care experience at Aurora Family Medicine in Kenosha, Wisconsin. The clinic provides comprehensive preventive care, diagnoses and treats acute illnesses and chronic diseases, and refers patients to specialists when needed. The position is full-time, benefits-eligible, and scheduled for 40 hours per week. The stated schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.; the schedule may change based on clinic needs. The pay range is $21.85–$32.80. The role involves frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching above the shoulders, and twisting. It requires handling patient care and equipment, responding to changes in patient or unit conditions, and may involve exposure to hazardous materials, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases. Protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- 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 shoulders, and twist frequently 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, 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, including 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.
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 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.
- Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to provide high-quality, coordinated care.
- Follow applicable regulations and guidelines to ensure patient safety and confidentiality.
- Maintain professionalism and compassion during interactions.
Benefits
- Paid time off programs
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Adoption assistance
- Paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
- Financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
- Career development programs
- Competitive compensation
- Potential premium pay for shifts, on-call work, and more, based on teammate circumstances
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
