Medical Assistant / Certified MA

Ascension Healthcare; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated clinical assistant to join their compassionate team. In this full-time role, you will assist with patient examinations, perform vital sign measurements, and support the healthcare team in delivering exceptional care. With a focus on community and personal growth, this organization offers a rewarding career path in a supportive environment. Join a team that values your contributions and empowers you to make a positive impact in the lives of patients and the community. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in healthcare while making a difference.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Community Engagement Opportunities

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required, or 1 year of relevant experience.
• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient examinations and treatments under physician direction.
• Perform basic clerical duties and maintain treatment rooms.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Duties

Vital Signs Measurement

Clerical Skills

Materials Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

1 Year of Applicable Experience

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Details

+ Department: Columbia West Clinic

+ Schedule: Full-time 40 hours / 7:30AM-5PM, Monday-Friday

+ Location: 10950 Capitol Drive, Wauwatosa, WI

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Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities

1. Assist with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.
2. Assist with treatments ordered by physician as supervised by physician or registered nurse. Perform select clinical duties.
3. Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information on patients' charts. Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.
4. Perform basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing.
5. Perform basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies. Assist with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.

Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

1. BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association OR American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

1. High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
2. Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences

Previous experience in a clinical setting.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Wisconsin has been providing rewarding careers to healthcare professionals since 1848. Operating 17 hospital campuses and over 100 related healthcare facilities from Racine to Appleton, you will find opportunities that allow you to create a career path you love, all while delivering compassionate, personalized care to the communities we serve.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp_10_20.pdf) poster.

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

Pay Non-Discrimination Notice (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_English_formattedESQA508c.pdf)

Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.