MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Recruitment #2605-2100-001 Specialty Sexual and Reproductive Health List Type Original Requesting Department HEALTH-Clinical Services Open Date 5/8/2026 2:45:00 PM Filing Deadline 5/26/2026 11:59:00 PM Apply Introduction The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce dedicated to delivering exceptional service to its residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity. Purpose The Medical Assistant assigned to the Sexual and Reproductive Health Program functions as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing support to clients of the Sexual Health clinics. Essential Functions Client Service and Administrative Support Perform client intake and registration, including completion of all requisite forms. Conduct a client history, including vaccinations and the reason for the visit. Provide clinical support to the public health nurse(s) and sexual and reproductive health providers, including preparing supplies and rooms for clinical exams and managing inventory. Take and record vital signs; collect and document specimens for STI/HIV screening tests, including providing finger sticks and/or urine collections and phlebotomy. Provide vaccination education and administer vaccinations. Provide referrals to Healthcare Access programs and related health education. Schedule follow-up services and provide telephone or text reminders to ensure timely attendance. Update and maintain client records according to clinic protocol. Perform client contact relative to test results and related return appointments for treatment. Perform data entry into clinic-specific, state and national databases. STI/HIV Prevention and Family Planning Provide clients with accurate, evidence-based, comprehensive information about contraception methods available at both Keenan Health Center and Southside Health Center. Assist clients in making referrals to other providers for methods of contraception not currently offered by the Milwaukee Health Department (MHD). Provide on-site, client-centric and efficient Family Planning Only Services (FPOS) enrollment. Under the direction of the nursing staff, provide Emergency Contraception, dual protection kits, and contraceptives in advance of examinations at the South Side Health Center (SSHC) and the community partner location. Provide low-cost/no-cost Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptive (LARC) services for all clients in need through the LARC partnership. Provide education and counseling to clients at risk on ways to avoid STIs through changes in sexual behaviors and the use of recommended prevention services. Assist in the follow-up of clients and sexual partners to assure adequate treatment for STIs. We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008. Conditions of Employment Work standard hours are 11:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. on Monday and 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Occasional weekend and evening hours may be required. Must be willing to travel between and/or work at both the Keenan and South Side Health Centers. Must wear industry-related personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, facemask, or face shield. Must be able to lift and move up to 30 lbs. While performing the duties of this job, employees may be exposed to infectious agents or toxins. May be required to respond to an emergency or a broad-impact event. Required pre-employment vaccines include: Annual TB Test Annual Covid-19 and Influenza vaccinations Pre-employment immunity verification required for MMR, Varicella, and Hepatitis B If not immune, vaccination or an approved exemption is required. Vaccination series only needs to be done once. Required pre-employment tests include: Physical Exam Vision Exam Audio-Gram Minimum Requirements Associate degree from an accredited Medical Assistant program or related field from an accredited college or university. -OR Two years of experience as a medical assistant performi