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Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Medical Assistant or LPN - Cardiology Clinic

Nursing & Frontline Patient Care +1Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSummit, WI, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A GED or high school equivalency diploma is required.
  • For the LPN role, an active Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the state where the team member practices is required.
  • For the LPN role, completion of an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program is required.
  • For the Medical Assistant role, completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program or two years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last five years is required.
  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association must be obtained within 45 days unless the department leader determines it is not required.
  • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
  • Must be able to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
  • Must be able to push or pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
  • Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
  • Must maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
  • Must be able to perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation if needed.
  • May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
  • Must respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
  • Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
  • Additional department-specific physical requirements may be identified for unique department responsibilities.

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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