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Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine Clinic

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

About the Job

Requirements

  • Obtain American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification within 45 days unless the department leader determines it is not required.
  • For the Medical Assistant track, complete an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, or have two years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last five years.
  • For the Licensed Practical Nurse track, hold a state-issued Licensed Practical Nurse license and complete an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program.
  • Hold a GED or high school equivalency diploma.
  • Be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
  • Be able to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
  • Be able to push and pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
  • Have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and the ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
  • Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
  • Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation if needed.
  • Wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, or communicable disease.
  • Respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
  • Complete Physical Abilities Testing if required.
  • Meet additional department-specific physical requirements identified for unique 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 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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