Medical Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse – Surgery

Advocate Aurora Health

. Support the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks vital to patient care .

Posted 10/8/2026part-timeGrafton • Wisconsin • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $23 - $34 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care through clinical and administrative support, including vital sign monitoring, medication administration, and electronic health record documentation. Holds relevant certifications and licenses, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards and practices.

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Basic Life Support (BLS) CertificationMedical Assistant Program CompletionPatient Care CoordinationElectronic Health Record Documentation

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Hard Skills

Vital Sign MonitoringMedication AdministrationSpecimen CollectionPoint-of-Care TestingIV InsertionPatient RestraintVerbal De-EscalationHealth ScreeningPatient EducationPhysical Safety Interventions

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationPatient SupportCommunication SkillsAdaptabilityAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

Patient CareHealthcare ProvidersClinical TasksAdministrative TasksHealth RecordsMedical HistoriesSurgery SupportPhysical Abilities TestingHazardous Waste ExposureCommunicable Disease Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks vital to patient care
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
Provide pre- and post-surgery education and support
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
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days unless department leader has determined it is not required
GED or HS Equivalency Diploma
MA: Completion of an accredited or approved program in Medical Assistant, or 2 years of verifiable full-time experience as a Medical Assistant within the last 5 years
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday
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 with fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines
Ability to perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint 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

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
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance