Medical Assistant, Allergy

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Parental leave (2 weeks)

Job summary

UW Health is seeking a Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) to join our allergy, asthma and immunology team. You will prepare patients for examinations, obtain vital signs, review medications and allergies, perform spirometry, and assist nursing staff with treatments.

The position emphasizes quality patient care, attention to detail, and patient-family centered support in a fast-paced environment. We offer pathways for credential advancement.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program is required.
• Licensure as an LPN is acceptable.
• CCMA/CMA/RMA certification preferred or attainable as a UW Health employee.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and take vital signs.
• Review medications and allergies, document chief complaints.
• Perform spirometry and assist nursing staff with treatments.
• Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness, and education.

Skills

Medical Assistant

LPN

CMA/RMA/CCMA

Spirometry

Education

Accredited medical assistant program

CCMA/CMA/RMA certification

LPN licensure

Job description

Work Schedule

Part-time, 80% FTE, day shift. Monday through Friday scheduled between the hours of 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM with one varying day off each week. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Job Description

Work Schedule

Part-time, 80% FTE, day shift. Monday through Friday scheduled between the hours of 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM with one varying day off each week. 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 and make a difference in the lives patients and their families!

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 life styles, wellness and education.

At UW Health, you will have

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.


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


• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.


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


• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program Required or


• Licensure as an LPN or


• Completion of the UWH Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program or an Employee Partner Medical Assistant 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

Work Experience

• 1 year of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant or LPN Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Certified as MA, CMA, RMA, or CCMA within 1 Year Required or


• Licensure as an LPN Upon Hire Required


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


• CPR/BLS certification Upon Hire Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through 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. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

UW Health Clinics

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 90 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.