Medical Assistant (MA) - Outpatient Oncology

Advocate Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Medical Group (AMG), part of Advocate Health, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and patients in the Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic - Milwaukee.

You will take vital signs, document health information in the electronic health record, prepare patients for exams, and help with procedures, vaccines, and lab tasks. Strong patient care and professionalism are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• No experience is required.
• Must have diploma from accredited medical assistant program or 2 years of medical assistant experience to qualify.
• Phlebotomy skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medical histories

Privacy & confidentiality

Team collaboration

Phlebotomy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Diploma from accredited medical assistant program

2 years medical assistant experience

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR)

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 nation’s 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, women’s 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.

We’re Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• No experience is required.
• Must have diploma from accredited medical assistant program or 2 years of medical assistant experience to qualify.
• Phlebotomy skills are preferred.

What You’ll Do:

Schedule: Scheduled hours are Monday-Friday, between 8am- 5pm- no weekends or holidays. This is a 32 hour per week position. Schedule will be Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, subject to change to meet clinic needs.

As a Medical Assistant, you’ll 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 oncology specialists at Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic - Milwaukee, 2900 W Oklahoma Ave in Milwaukee, WI, offer compassionate and expert care for all stages of cancer. This team is dedicated to helping patients fight cancer with confidence by using the latest advancements in cancer treatments. Along with being consistently being recognized in the top 10% of cancer care nationally, U.S. News & World Report also recognizes Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center, home of Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic, with the highest rating for all conditions and procedures they evaluate for including leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma care in addition to colon, lung, prostate and gynecological cancer surgeries, further reflecting the commitment to providing advanced treatment options and top outcomes for the patients we serve.

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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.