Medical Assistant (MA) / LPN - Neurology Clinic Float

Advocatehealth; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Milwaukee is seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) / LPN for their Neurology Clinic Float. This role involves preparing patients for exams, assisting with procedures, and performing clinical support tasks. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and the ability to provide excellent patient care. No prior experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or those looking to enter the healthcare field.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 45 days for MA and LPN.
• No prior experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and room patients for exams and gather health information.
• Assist physicians with procedures and administer medications.
• Perform clinical support tasks like suture removal and phlebotomy.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Technical Skills

Education

GED or HS Equivalency Diploma

Completion of an accredited Practical Nursing program

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

Medical Assistant (MA) / LPN - Neurology Clinic Float

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The actual compensation range is $21.45 - $32.20 for an MA or $23.65 - $35.50 for an LPN, based on qualifications, skills, experience, and training.

Major Responsibilities

1. Prepare and room patients for exams by obtaining vital signs and gathering relevant health information, monitoring and completing Clinical Integration/Quality Improvement measures.
2. Perform laboratory procedures such as strep tests, wound cultures, and specimen collection, following aseptic techniques.
3. Assist physicians or APCs with procedures like pelvic exams, allergy testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy, etc.
4. Administer routine medications under physician or APC orders, including immunizations, antibiotics, vitamins, and topical agents.
5. Follow through with procedures, tests, referrals, and appointments, communicating effectively with patients and team members.
6. Perform clinical support tasks like suture removal, phlebotomy, EKG, spirometry, Holter monitoring, and prescription refills, as per competencies and supervision.
7. Provide age-appropriate care, demonstrating knowledge of growth and development, and interpret patient data to meet their specific needs.

Licensure or Certifications

• LPN: Licensed Practical Nurse license and BLS certification within 45 days if required.
• MA: BLS certification within 45 days if required.

Degrees

• GED or HS Equivalency Diploma.
• LPN: Completion of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• MA: Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or 2 years of recent full-time experience.

Experience Required

No prior experience necessary.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills within scope of practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with computers and electronic medical records.
• Strong customer service skills to support a positive patient experience.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift (up to 35 lbs), and perform various physical movements.
• Use of patient handling equipment for heavier lifts, with team assistance when needed.
• Exposure to hazards such as blood, body fluids, chemicals, and electrical equipment, with required protective gear.