Medical Assistant or LPN - OBGYN

Advocate Health; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking compassionate Medical Assistants or LPNs to join their team. In this role, you will play a vital part in patient care by preparing patients for exams, assisting with medical procedures, and ensuring effective communication within the healthcare team. This position offers a supportive environment where your skills will directly contribute to the well-being of patients. Ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in clinical support and a commitment to providing exceptional care. Join a team that values your contributions and helps you grow in your healthcare career.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus for Qualified Candidates

Qualifications

• Active LPN license and BLS certification required.
• Medical Assistant must have BLS certification within 45 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and room patients for exams, obtaining vital signs.
• Assist physicians with procedures and administer medications.

Skills

Clinical Support Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Abilities

Technical Skills

Education

Accredited Practical Nursing Program

GED or High School Equivalency

Completion of Accredited Medical Assistant Program

Job description

Join to apply for the Medical Assistant or LPN - OBGYN role at Advocate Health.

We want our teammates and their families to Live Well.

You Will Be Helping Our Patients Live Well By:

1. Preparing and rooming patients for exams by obtaining vital signs and gathering relevant health information, and monitoring Clinical Integration/Quality Improvement measures.
2. Performing laboratory procedures such as strep tests, wound cultures, and specimen collection following aseptic techniques.
3. Assisting physicians or APCs with procedures like pelvic exams, allergy testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy, etc.
4. Administering routine medications under physician or APC orders, including immunizations, antibiotics, vitamins, and topical agents.
5. Following through with procedure requests, care algorithms, appointments, and referrals, and communicating effectively with team members and patients.
6. Performing clinical support tasks such as suture/staple removal, throat/nose cultures, phlebotomy, EKG, spirometry, Holter monitoring, and prescription refills under supervision.
7. Providing age-appropriate care, demonstrating knowledge of growth and development, and assessing patient data accordingly.

Licenses & Certifications:

• LPN: Active license issued by the practicing state and BLS certification within 45 days.
• Medical Assistant: BLS certification within 45 days.

Education/Experience:

• LPN: Completion of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Medical Assistant: GED or high school equivalency, plus completion of an accredited program or 2 years of recent full-time experience.

Additional Information:

• Position eligible for sign-on bonus for qualified external candidates.
• Must demonstrate technical skills, communication skills, and customer service abilities.
• Physical ability to perform job duties, including lifting up to 35 pounds and exposure to clinical hazards.

Job Details:

• Senior level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare