Medical Assistant, Gastroenterology and Hepatology

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their remarkable team. This role involves working closely with national leaders in gastroenterology and hepatology, providing exceptional patient care in a compassionate environment. You will be responsible for promoting healthy lifestyles and education while ensuring that patients receive the highest quality of care. The organization values diversity and inclusion, encouraging candidates from all backgrounds to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and innovative setting, where your contributions will make a significant impact on patient outcomes.

Benefits

Continuing Education Opportunities

AAMA Approved CEUs

Free Weekend Webinars

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, along with relevant certifications.
• One year of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant or LPN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join specialists in gastroenterology and hepatology to provide quality patient care.
• Promote healthy lifestyles and wellness education.

Skills

Patient Care

Compassionate Communication

Health Education

Education

High School Diploma

Accredited Medical Assistant Program

LPN Licensure

CCMA Certification

Tools

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Work Schedule:

Full-time, 100% FTE day shift position. Monday – Friday between the hours of 8:00AM – 5:00PM, no weekends required. 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.

UW Health offers clinical and administrative continuing education opportunities for Medical Assistants including AAMA approved CEUs, Elsevier Skill Packages and free weekend webinar events (twice per year).

Education:

Minimum - High School Diploma or equivalent and ONE of the following:

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program OR
• Licensure as an LPN OR
• Completion of the UWH Medical Assistant Apprenticeship 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:

Preferred– One (1) year of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant or LPN

Licenses and Certifications:

Minimum–

• Certified as CMA, RMA, or CCMA or eligible for certification. Certification must be obtained within one (1) year of hire date.
• If applying in lieu of Medical Assistant education or LPN licensure, must have current CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification.
• CPR/BLS certification

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in 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. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.