Medical Assistant, Allergy

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition benefits

Referral bonus

Job summary

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) to join our allergy, asthma and immunology team. The 80% FTE, day-shift role involves preparing patients, taking vital signs, performing spirometry, and supporting nursing staff in a fast-paced, patient-family centered environment.

Qualification requirements include completion of an accredited medical assistant program or LPN licensure, and/or

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program is required or
• Licensure as an LPN or completion of the UW Health MA Apprenticeship Program
• CCMA, CMA or RMA certification as a UW Health employee or acceptance into the Apprenticeship
• One year MA or LPN experience and CMA/RMA/CCMA certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and document chief complaint
• Obtain vital signs, review medications and allergies
• Perform spirometry and assist nursing staff with treatments
• Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness and education

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Spirometry

Medical terminology

Education

Medical Assistant program

LPN licensure

MA Apprenticeship Program

CCMA certification

Job description

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority

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

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.