Medical Assistant; MA​/Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN - Family Medicine

Where You Work

Aurora Medical Group (AMG) is part of Advocate Health, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health systems. AMG offers a wide range of specialties and services, including primary care, medical and surgical care, pediatrics, women’s health, and behavioral health. AMG operates 350+ locations across Illinois and Wisconsin, providing collaborative, patient‑focused care.

Department: 01120 AMG Westhaven - Family Medicine

Job Type: Full time

Pay Range: $24.10 – $36.15 per hour (actual compensation for MA: $21.85–$32.80, for LPN: $24.10–$36.15)

Schedule:

Monday 0715‑1700;
Tuesday 0715‑1700;
Wednesday off;
Thursday 0715‑1700;
Friday 0645‑1530 (36 hours per week)

• LPN:
  Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) (must be obtained within 45 days unless not required).
• GED or High‑School Equivalency Diploma.
• LPN:
  Advanced training beyond high school that includes completion of an accredited or approved program in Practical Nursing.
• MA:
  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.

• 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.

• 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 the 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; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
• Physical ability testing may be required.
• Additional department‑specific physical requirements may apply for unique responsibilities within the department.

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑ 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

• Base compensation within the listed pay range based on qualifications, skills, experience, and/or training.
• Premium pay such as shift, on‑call, and other pay based on job function.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.