Medical Assistant, Imaging

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Madison is seeking a Medical Assistant to assist in various Radiology modalities and promote healthy lifestyles. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited medical assistant program, or equivalent LPN licensure. This role offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, flexibility in scheduling, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program or Licensure as an LPN required.
• 1 year of recent Medical Assistant experience and CMA, RMA or CCMA Certification preferred.
• 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

Responsibilities

• Work with healthcare professionals across various Radiology modalities.
• Prepare patients for procedures and assist in recovery and discharge.
• Provide patient instruction for procedures.

Skills

Patient preparation

Wellness promotion

Patient instruction

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completion of an accredited medical assistant program

Licensure as an LPN

CMA, RMA or CCMA Certification

Job description

Work Schedule

Full-time, 100% FTE, day/evening shifts. Shifts are scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, 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 seeking a Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) to:

• Work with radiologists, nurse practitioners, nurses and program coordinators in 12 Radiology modalities including Interventional Radiology, Neurointerventional Radiology, Neuroendovascular Radiology, Musculoskeletal (MSK), Ablation, CT, CT Biopsy, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, Pediatrics (ages 14+), MRI, and Virtual Colonoscopy.
• Prepare patients for procedures, assist RN's with Phase II recovery and discharge, make pre-op phone calls and provide patient instruction for procedures.
• P romote 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).

At UW Health, you will have

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition reimbursement - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and ONE of the following Required
• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program 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.

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