Medical Assistant, LPN – Endocrinology

Advocate Aurora Health

. Prepare and room patients for examinations by obtaining vital signs and gathering, documenting, and updating pertinent health information .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeOshkosh • Wisconsin • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $21 - $36 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in clinical procedures, patient care, and effective communication within a healthcare team. Holds necessary certifications and licenses while adhering to safety and infection control protocols.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Basic Life Support (BLS) CertificationPatient Care and CommunicationClinical Procedure AssistanceElectronic Medical Records (EMR) Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Vital Signs MonitoringLaboratory ProceduresPhlebotomySuture/Staple RemovalMedication AdministrationSpirometryHolter Monitor ApplicationInfection Control GuidelinesAseptic TechniqueEMG Assistance

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCustomer Service SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical Records (EMR) SystemsMedical Equipment Operation

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

Clinical IntegrationQuality ImprovementPatient CareHealthcare Team CollaborationScope of Practice

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and room patients for examinations by obtaining vital signs and gathering, documenting, and updating pertinent health information
Monitor and complete Clinical Integration/Quality Improvement measures and notify clinicians of opportunities within scope
Perform laboratory procedures including strep tests, wound cultures, and specimen collection using aseptic technique and infection-control guidelines
Assist physicians and advanced practice clinicians with pelvic exams, allergy scratch testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy, and other procedures
Administer routine medications under physician/APC orders or approved standing orders and protocols
Follow through on procedure and test requests, care algorithms, appointment times, and referrals
Refer questions to registered nurses and physicians/APCs according to scope-of-practice guidelines and relay information to patients
Communicate with physicians/APCs and healthcare team members to maintain smooth clinic flow
Provide accurate and timely patient communication
Perform basic and advanced clinical support tasks as appropriate, including suture/staple removal, cultures, drug screens, phlebotomy, EKGs, spirometry, Holter monitor application, and prescription refills
Provide age-appropriate patient care based on growth and development principles and departmental policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

LPN: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
LPN: Active 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) needs to be obtained within 45 days unless department leader has determined it is not required
LPN: Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Practical Nursing
Medical Assistant: GED or HS Equivalency Diploma
Medical Assistant: 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
Medical Assistant: 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
Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships
Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, Windows navigation, electronic mail, and exposure to electronic medical records systems
Demonstrates customer service skills supporting a positive patient experience
Must sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders throughout the workday
Ability to lift 35 pounds without assistance
Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine-hand manipulation skills
Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood, and body-fluid hazards and must wear protective clothing and equipment as needed
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) company contributions: 3% of your eligible annual salary AND 401(k) employer match: dollar for dollar up to 3%
Opportunity for yearly merit increases within the salary range
Education Assistance
Sign-on bonus for qualified external candidates
Comprehensive benefits package
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, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance