Medical Assistant, Allergy

UW Health; Glen Valley; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Medical Assistant and be part of a compassionate team dedicated to patient care. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside specialists in allergy and immunology, providing essential support in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on quality care, you'll prepare patients for examinations, monitor vital signs, and assist with treatments. Enjoy a flexible schedule, competitive benefits, and ongoing education opportunities that support your professional growth. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient lives, this position is for you.

Benefits

Health and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Work Schedule

Wellness Options at Work

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited medical assistant program or LPN licensure.
• CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification required within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and document vital signs.
• Assist nursing staff with treatments and promote healthy lifestyles.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Medical Documentation

Spirometry

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Program

LPN Licensure

Tools

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Work Schedule:

Part-time 80% FTE day shift. Shifts will be scheduled Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday between the hours of 8:00am - 4:30pm, this may vary/be flexible depending on clinic and/or staff need.Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay:

UW Health offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Work experience that is relevant to the position will be taken into consideration when determining the starting base pay.

Be part of something Remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) to:

• Join our allergy, asthma and immunology specialists who provide definitive diagnostic and therapeutic consultation for conditions such as food, drug, and environmental allergies, anaphylaxis, asthma, and recurrent respiratory tract infections.


• Provide quality, conscientious care, with strict attention to details, in a fast paced, compassionate, and patient-family centered environment.


• Prepare patients for examination, obtain vital signs, document chief complaint, review/update medications and allergies, perform spirometry, and assist nursing staff with treatments for patients.


• Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness and education.

UW Health offers clinical and administrative continuing education opportunities for Medical Assistants including AAMA approved CEUs, Elsevier Skill Packages and free weekend webinar events (twice per year).

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.


• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.


• Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.


• Tuition reimbursement - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Education:

Minimum - High School Diploma or equivalent and ONE of the following:

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program OR


• Licensure as an LPN OR


• Completion of the UWH Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program OR


• Attainment of the CCMA certification as a UWH employee OR


• Acceptance into the UWH MA Apprenticeship Program - Accelerated OR


• One year of recent Medical Assistant experience and CMA, RMA or CCMA Certification in lieu of the above requirements, one (1) years of recent Medical Assistant experience and current CMA, RMA or CCMA certification

Work Experience:

Preferred - One (1) year of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant or LPN

Licenses and Certifications:

Minimum -

• Certified as CMA, RMA, or CCMA or eligible for certification. Certification must be obtained within one (1) year of hire date.


• If applying in lieu of Medical Assistant education or LPN licensure, must have current CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification.


• CPR/BLS certification

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.

Job Description

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