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Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Family Practice Medical Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse

Nursing & Frontline Patient Care +1Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeWest Bend, WI, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • LPNs must hold a Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the state where they practice.
  • LPNs must obtain Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association within 45 days, unless the department leader determines it is not required.
  • Medical Assistants must obtain Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association within 45 days, unless the department leader determines it is not required.
  • A GED or high school equivalency diploma is required.
  • LPNs must complete an accredited or approved practical nursing program.
  • Medical Assistants 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.
  • The role requires lifting and supporting up to 35 pounds, pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force, and performing a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
  • The role requires functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures, and the ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
  • The role requires the ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
  • Protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, or communicable disease.
  • Physical Abilities Testing may be required; department-specific physical requirements may also 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.
  • Collect specimens and perform point-of-care testing.
  • Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
  • Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver coordinated care.
  • Perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, when needed.

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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