Medical Assistant. Internal Medicine

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

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Tuition benefits eligibility

Referral bonus program

Job summary

UW Health seeks a Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) for Internal Medicine. You will join a team delivering diagnosis and treatment for acute and chronic illnesses and assist with exams, vitals, and patient education. A patient-family centered environment and opportunities for growth are emphasized.

Full-time, 100% FTE, day shift, Monday–Friday, 7:45 am–5:15 pm with no weekend requirements. Competitive benefits and tuition assistance available.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program is required
• Licensure as an LPN or completion of MA apprenticeship programs or certification options are accepted
• One year of recent Medical Assistant experience and CMA/RMA/CCMA certification preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent is preferred

Responsibilities

• Take vitals and note patients' needs and concerns.
• Assist with clinic procedures and exams.
• Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness, and education.

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

LPN licensure

UWH Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program

CCMA certification

UWH MA Apprenticeship Program – Accelerated

One year MA experience with CMA/RMA/CCMA

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Work Schedule

Full-time, 100% FTE, day shift. Monday – Friday between the hours of 7:45 am – 5:15 pm, no weekends required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Work Schedule

Full-time, 100% FTE, day shift. Monday – Friday between the hours of 7:45 am – 5:15 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

Provide a remarkable patient experience, as you are often one of the first people a patient interacts with at their appointment.

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

• Join our team of providers who provide diagnosis and treatment of both acute and chronic illnesses, gynecological care, and urgent care for patients over 18 years of age.
• You will be responsible for important preparation work like taking vitals, noting patients’ needs and concerns, and assisting with clinic procedures and exams.
• Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness, and education.
• Provide quality care in a compassionate and patient-family centered environment.

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. Full-time benefits for part-time work (for positions 60% FTE and higher).
• 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.