Medical Assistant (MA)/LPN - Interventional Pain Clinic

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. The 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.

Licensure or Certifications

• MA: Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) must be obtained within 45 days unless the department leader determines it is not required.
• LPN: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
• LPN: Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the AHA, required under the same 45‑day condition unless waived by the department leader.

Education

• GED or high‑school equivalency diploma.
• MA: Completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, or two years of verifiable full‑time experience as a Medical Assistant within the last five years.
• LPN: Advanced training beyond high school that includes completion of an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program.

What You’ll Do

• 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.

Schedule

Monday‑Friday, 8 am – 4:30 pm. Schedule may change based on clinic needs.

Pay Structure

Medical Assistants: $22‑23 per hour.
LPNs: $24.50‑25.50 per hour.
Pay is determined by experience and qualifications; leaders may offer higher rates for candidates with prior direct experience in the role.

About This Location

The Interventional Pain Clinic at 2400 S. 90th St., West Allis, WI 53227 is part of the Aurora Chronic Pain Program located within the Aurora West Allis Medical Center Medical Office Building (MOB). The clinic focuses on diagnosing and treating chronic and complex pain conditions using minimally invasive, procedure‑based techniques, as well as medication and rehabilitation approaches.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Lift and support up to 35 lb when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Push/pull with 30 lb of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lb with a second person present.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and fine‑hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
• Operate foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de‑escalation, if needed.
• Potential exposure to chemical and hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be used as necessary.
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Physical abilities testing may be required; additional department‑specific physical requirements may be identified by the nurse leader.