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Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Medical Assistant - Licensed Practical Nurse, OB-GYN

Nursing & Frontline Patient Care +1Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeGreen Bay, WI, USA$21.85 - $36.15

About the Job

Requirements

  • An LPN must hold a Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the state where they practice.
  • An MA 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.
  • An LPN must complete an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program.
  • An MA 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 employee must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
  • The employee must be able to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
  • The employee 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 employee must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
  • The employee must be able to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
  • The employee must be able to perform physical safety interventions, such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
  • The employee may be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease, and must wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary.
  • The employee must respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
  • Physical Abilities Testing may be required.

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.
  • Accurately document care 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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