Medical Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse – Outpatient Oncology

Advocate Aurora Health

. Work in a clinic setting supporting provider practice and rooming patients .

Posted 10/9/2026part-timeMilwaukee • Wisconsin • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $22 - $36 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care, including vital sign monitoring, medication administration, and electronic health record documentation. Holds relevant certifications and licenses while effectively collaborating with healthcare teams in oncology settings.

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Basic Life Support (BLS) CertificationPatient Care CoordinationElectronic Health Record DocumentationSpecimen Collection

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Hard Skills

Vital Sign MonitoringMedication AdministrationHealth ScreeningIV InsertionPoint-of-Care TestingPatient Preparation for ExamsLab-Related TasksPhysical Safety InterventionsVerbal De-EscalationFine Hand Manipulation

Soft Skills

Patient SupportTeam CollaborationCommunication SkillsAdaptabilityProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) LicenseBasic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Industry Keywords

Oncology CareOutpatient CareHealthcare Provider SupportPatient TransitionClinical Setting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work in a clinic setting supporting provider practice and rooming patients
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 high-quality, coordinated care
Support patients in Aurora Cancer Care Clinics and outpatient oncology settings
Perform other related duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

LPN: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state in which the team member practices
LPN: Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) must be obtained within 45 days unless department leader determines it is not required
MA: Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) must be obtained within 45 days unless department leader determines it is not required
GED or HS Equivalency Diploma
LPN: Advanced training beyond high school, including completion of an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program
MA: Completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, or 2 years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last 5 years
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds
Ability to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch; fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines
Ability to perform physical safety interventions and verbal de-escalation if needed
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions
Physical Abilities Testing may be required
May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits eligible
Premium pay such as shift, on-call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program