Medical Assistant, Gyn/Oncology

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Flexible schedules

Employee wellbeing program

Tuition benefits

Referral bonus

Job summary

UW Health in Madison is seeking a Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) to support oncology clinics. The role includes taking vitals, addressing patient needs, assisting with procedures and exams, and promoting wellness in a compassionate, patient-family centered environment.

Typical schedule is full-time with shifts Mon-Fri, 7:30 AM–5:15 PM, with benefits including health/dental insurance, PTO, retirement plans, parental leave, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program is required or licensure as an LPN.
• Completion of the UWH Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program or an Employee Partner Medical Assistant Program.
• CCMA certification as a UWH employee or acceptance into the UWH MA Apprenticeship Program - Accelerated.
• One year of recent Medical Assistant experience and CMA, RMA or CCMA certification.
• High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join oncology specialists recognized for delivering cancer care.
• Take vitals, note patients' needs and concerns, and assist with clinic procedures and exams.
• Provide quality care in a compassionate, patient-family centered environment.
• Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness and education.

Education

Accredited medical assistant program

LPN licensure

MA Apprenticeship Program

UWH MA Apprenticeship Program - Accelerated

CCMA certification (or CMA/RMA)

CMA/RMA/CCMA certification

One year MA experience

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Work Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week. Shifts are scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 AM - 5:15 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

Be part of a team that helps patients through their cancer journey. We are home to UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center, Wisconsin's only comprehensive cancer center, as designated by the National Cancer Institute. We work to prevent cancer through risk assessments and research, and we have programs focused on early diagnosis, when cancer is most treatable.

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

• Join the oncology specialists who are proud to be nationally recognized for delivering the best in cancer care
• Take vitals, note patients' needs and concerns, and assist with clinic procedures and exams
• 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
• High School diploma or equivalent. Preferred

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.

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