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Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Medical Assistant - Licensed Practical Nurse, Primary Care

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeManitowoc, WI, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • An LPN must hold a Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the state in which they practice.
  • An MA must obtain American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification within 45 days, unless the department leader determines it is not required.
  • The candidate must have a GED or high school equivalency diploma.
  • For the LPN pathway, the candidate must complete an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program.
  • For the MA pathway, the candidate must complete an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program or have two years of verifiable full-time experience as a Medical Assistant within the last five years.
  • The role requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching above the shoulders, and twisting throughout the workday.
  • The candidate must be able to lift and support 35 pounds while handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
  • The candidate must be able to push and pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
  • The candidate must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and be able to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
  • The candidate must be able to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation when needed.
  • The candidate may be exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease, and must wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary.
  • The candidate must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions. Physical Abilities Testing may be required, and 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 patient 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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