Medical Assistant, Gastroenterology

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Two-week parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition benefits eligibility

Referral bonus

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI is seeking a Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) to join our gastroenterology and hepatology team. You will provide compassionate care in a patient-family centered environment and support clinical workflows in a fast-paced specialty clinic.

Qualified candidates have completed an accredited medical assistant program or hold LPN licensure, and possess CMA/RMA/CCMA certification or enrollment in related apprenticeship programs.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program required or licensure as an LPN.
• 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

Responsibilities

• Join UW Health's gastroenterology and hepatology specialists.
• Provide quality care in a compassionate and patient-family centered environment.
• Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness, and education

Skills

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Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

LPN Licensure

MA Apprenticeship Program

CCMA certification

CMA certification

RMA certification

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Work Schedule:

Full-time, 100% FTE, day shift. Shifts are scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM. 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 remarkable UW Health team where we consistently earn top honors for patient care and continually look for new and innovative ways to provide patient and family-centered care.

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

• Join UW Health's gastroenterology and hepatology specialists who are national leaders in diagnosing and managing complex and chronic gastrointestinal and liver disorders, including inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, acute and chronic liver disease, reflux esophagitis and hepatitis.

• Provide quality care in a compassionate and patient-family centered environment.

• Promote healthy lifestyles, 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 - 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.

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