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Medical Assistant (MA) or LPN - Neurology Clinic Float

Advocate Health · Milwaukee, WI

Posted Aug 31, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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Behavioral

Tell me about a day where you had to float to a clinic you'd never worked at before. How did you get up to speed fast enough to be useful?

whether the candidate has real experience adapting to unfamiliar environments quickly, which is the core demand of a float role

Tell me about a time a provider or team you'd just met didn't fully trust you yet, maybe because you were new or filling in. How did you earn their confidence during that shift?

ability to build rapport quickly with unfamiliar teams, which floats have to do constantly

Tell me about a time you made a mistake with a medication or a procedure step. What happened and what did you do right after you noticed?

honesty about errors and whether they follow proper reporting and correction steps

Describe a time you had to give a patient news or instructions that upset them, maybe about a delay or a procedure. How did you handle the interaction?

communication skill and composure with patients under stress

What made you interested in floating across multiple sites instead of settling into one clinic, and what do you think will be hardest about it?

self-awareness about the tradeoffs of the role and genuine motivation versus just needing a job

Technical

Walk me through how you take and document a full set of vital signs and history for a new neurology patient, start to finish.

baseline clinical competency and comfort with routine documentation

What point-of-care testing or specimen collection have you done, and is there anything in that list you haven't done but would need to pick up quickly here?

honest self-assessment of clinical skill gaps relevant to the job's scope

Have you worked in an electronic health record system before, and how comfortable are you jumping into a new one or a slightly different setup at each site?

EHR fluency and adaptability across possibly different site configurations

Situational

This role covers eleven different clinic locations. Walk me through how you'd prepare for a week where your schedule bounces between three or four different sites.

organizational skills and realistic expectations about the logistics of floating

Every clinic probably does things a little differently, even for the same task like rooming a patient. How do you handle it when a workflow at one site conflicts with what you learned at another?

flexibility without cutting corners on protocol or safety

Say a patient arrives for a neurology visit and their history includes something outside your comfort zone, maybe a seizure disorder or a movement condition you haven't seen much. What do you do before the provider steps in?

judgment about scope of practice and when to escalate versus proceed

If you show up at a clinic and the schedule is already backed up before you even start your first patient, how do you decide what to prioritize?

time management and triage instincts under pressure

You're filling in for someone who normally covers this clinic and their notes or handoff are thin. How do you make sure nothing falls through the cracks for the patients that day?

attention to detail and communication habits when institutional knowledge is missing

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 02240 AAH Good Hope - Neurology Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm. Float differential available for this role This position provides coverage as needed at the following clinic sites: • Good Hope Road • Whitefish Bay • East Mequon • Port Washington • Grafton • Menomonee Falls • Brookfield • Oak Creek • 84 South • Third Ward • Mayfair Road Pay Range: $21.85 - $32.80 Job Description Summary: Support the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks that are vital to patient care. Medical Assistants and Licensed Practical Nurses 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. Actual compensation offered in the Pay Range of $21.85- $32.80 for an MA or $24.10 - $36.15 for an LPN and will be based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience and/or training. We’re Looking For: Licensure or Certifications • LPN: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state in which the team member practices, and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days unless department leader has determined it is not required. • MA: Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days unless department leader has determined it is not required. Degrees: • GED or HS Equivalency Diploma. • LPN: Advanced training beyond High School that includes the 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.  What You’ll Do: As a Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse , 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: Are you looking for a dynamic role that offers variety, professional growth, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across multiple care teams? Our Float Medical Assistant/LPN position within Neurology is an excellent opportunity for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy learning new skills. As a Float MA/LPN, you will support providers and teams across multiple neurology clinic locations, gaining exposure to a wide range of neurological conditions, workflows, and patient populations. This role offers a unique opportunity to expand your clinical knowledge, develop strong relationships with providers and colleagues across the region, and enhance your adaptability and problem-solving skills. The Float MA/LPN serves as a valued resource for our neurology teams, helping ensure exceptional patient care, seamless clinic operations, and a positive experience for both patients and staff. This position is perfect for someone who is adaptable, team-oriented, and excited to grow their career within a specialized and rewarding field. Your feedback matters. Every teammate’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities  • Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills, within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency.   • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members and physicians.    • Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems.   • Demonstrates customer service skills that support a positive patient experience.  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. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • 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 Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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