Medical Assistant (MA) Family Practice Clinic

Department:

01120 AAH Mayfair South - Family Medicine

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou rs Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Scheduled hours are Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm or 8:30am- 5:00pm subject to changed based on providers needs.

Pay Range:

$21.85 - $32.80

Job Description Summary:

Support the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks that are vital to patient care. Medical Assistants must adhere to all relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure patient safety and confidentiality. They are expected to maintain a high level of professionalism and compassion during all interactions.

Where You Will Work :

Aurora Medical Group (AMG) is part of Advocate Health one of the nations largest nonprofit health systems. With more than 350 locations across Illinois and Wisconsin AMG offers a wide range of specialties and services including primary care medical and surgical care pediatrics womens health behavioral health and more. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and improving health outcomes in the communities we serve. Joining AMG means being part of a collaborative patient-focused environment where innovation and quality care thrive.

Were Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have a medical assistant diploma or 2 years of medical assistant experience or be a certified MA with 2 years of medical assistant experience to qualify.
• Phlebotomy skills are preferred .

What Youll Do:

As a Medical Assistant youll play a vital role in the care team supporting providers connecting with patients and helping ensure a seamless compassionate experience every day.

As a key member of the ambulatory care team you will:

• 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.

About This Location:

Our primary care physicians at Aurora Family Medicine in Wauwatosa WI provide the high-quality personalized care you deserve. Primary care is the first point of contact in health care and our family medicine physicians are here to care for your entire family. Our address is 1055 N. Mayfair Rd. Wauwatosa WI. When youre looking for primary care close to home visit us in Wauwatosa WI.

Our team of family medicine physicians along with our nurse practitioners are committed to your health and wellness. We provide comprehensive preventive care such as annual physical exams and vaccinations. Were also well trained in the diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses and chronic diseases and can refer you to specialists if needed.

Your feedback matters. Every teammates voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit stand walk lift squat bend reach above shoulders and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients medical equipment and supplies.
• Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Must have functional speech vision hearing and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.
• Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation if needed.
• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
• Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.

Ready to Take the Next Step:

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Knowledge Skills & Abilities 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 with a variety of patients team members and physicians.
• Proficient computer skills including keyboarding navigation within a windows operating system and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems.
• Demonstrates customer service skills that support a positive patient experience.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• 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. For patient lifts over 35 pounds or when patient is unable to assist with lift patient handling equipment is expected to be used with at least one other team member when available.
• Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case- by -case basis.
• Must have functional speech vision hearing and touch with ability to use fine-hand manipulation skills.
• Will be exposed to the following hazards on a frequent basis: mechanical electrical chemical blood and body fluids. Will be required to wear protective clothing and equipment as needed.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs competitive compensation generous retirement offerings programs that invest in your career development and so much more so you can live fully at and away from work including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications skills relevant experience and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift on call and more based on a teammates job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical dental vision life andShort- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g. full-time part-time per diem temporary etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Required Experience:

Junior IC