Medical Assistant 2

Wisconsin Department of Corrections; Waupun (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Pension plan

457 retirement plan

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Well Wisconsin program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Wisconsin Department of Corrections seeks a Medical Assistant II to support the Health Services Unit's ambulatory care operations. Under supervision, you will help manage patient flow, assist clinicians, and perform delegated medical acts to support patient care outcomes.

Responsibilities include taking vitals, recording medical histories, preparing patients for exams, and assisting with procedures. A sign-on bonus is available and the role includes a comprehensive benefits package with

Qualifications

• Performing clerical services in a medical setting (i.e. scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, navigating electronic medical records)
• Performing patient care services (i.e. taking and recording vital signs and medical histories; preparing patients for examination; assisting with patient examinations, treatments, and procedures)
• Collecting blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens and preparing them for testing

Responsibilities

• Provide clinic patient flow within the Health Services Unit ambulatory settings and assist Health Services staff
• Take and record vital signs and medical histories; prepare patients for examinations
• Assist with patient examinations, treatments and procedures as directed by supervising clinicians
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens for testing

Skills

Clerical skills

Patient care

Vital signs collection

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Scheduling software

Job description

Position Summary

Under supervision of the Health Services Manager (HSM) or Assistant Health Services Manager (AHSM), this position is responsible for clinic patient flow within the Health Services Unit (HSU) ambulatory settings and assisting Health Services staff by providing a broad range of health care services. This position functions as a member of the HSU care team which includes physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and clerical staff. Medical Assistants may provide patient care under the supervision of a physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or registered nurse (RN) and perform delegated medical acts which must be directed, supervised and inspected by the supervising physician.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule/range 06-11 with a starting rate of pay of $23.04/hr., plus excellent benefits. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A 12 month probationary period is required.

A sign on bonus in the amount of $3,000 has been approved for the Medical Assistant 2 classification. Candidates with no prior State Service will be eligible for the bonus which is payable in two payments of $1,500 each. The first installment will be paid on the first paycheck following the date of hire; the second installment is payable after completion of the original probationary period.

Benefits

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, nine paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment
• An optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being

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Job Details

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have experience:

• Performing clerical services in a medical setting (i.e. scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, navigating electronic medical records)
• Performing patient care services (i.e. taking and recording vital signs and medical histories; preparing patients for examination; assisting with patient examinations, treatments, and procedures)
• Collecting blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens and preparing them for testing

Equal Opportunity and Veterans Program

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Aff…

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

Questions can be directed to Katie Benson at [e-mail] or 608-240-5503.

Deadline to Apply

Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on September 15, 2026 in order to be considered.

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