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Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Medical Assistant - Primary Care

Nursing & Frontline Patient Care +1Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeMequon, WI, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • LPN candidates must hold a Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the state in which they practice.
  • Medical Assistant candidates must obtain American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification within 45 days, unless the department leader determines it is not required.
  • Candidates must have a GED or high-school equivalency diploma.
  • Medical Assistant candidates must complete an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, or have two years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last five years.
  • The role requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching above the shoulders, and twisting throughout the workday.
  • Candidates must be able 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.
  • Candidates must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine-hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
  • Candidates must be able to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
  • The role may expose the employee to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
  • Candidates must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions. Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
  • Additional department-specific physical requirements may apply.

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 care.

About the Company

Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Advocate Health Care is a faith-based nonprofit health system serving Illinois and Wisconsin with a network of hospitals, clinics, and providers. It delivers a broad range of medical services using current techniques and ongoing research, coordinated through clinical integration. The organization offers financial advocacy and assistance to help uninsured or underinsured patients manage hospital bills. Its goal is to improve patient care and expand access by combining high-quality medical services, financial support, and a commitment to clinical excellence.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Late Stage VC
Total funding
$18M
Headquarters
Oak Brook, IL
Founded
1976

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