Medical Assistant, Pediatric Specialty - Cardiology

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Two-week paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition benefits eligibility

Referral bonus

Job summary

UW Health is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) for the Pediatric Specialty - Cardiology in Madison, WI. The role supports a world-class team and prepares patients for examinations, recording vitals and medical history; medications and treatments are administered as needed.

Shifts are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, 80% FTE, on-site. Benefits include insurance, PTO, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program or CMA/RMA/CCMA certification.
• LPN licensure upon hire.
• Completion of the UWH MA Apprenticeship Program or Employee Partner MA Program.
• CCMA certification as a UWH employee.
• Acceptance into the UWH MA Apprenticeship Program – Accelerated.
• One year of recent Medical Assistant experience and CMA, RMA or CCMA certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and obtain vital signs.
• Document chief complaint, medications and allergies; administer medications and treatments.
• Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness, and patient education.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completion of an accredited medical assistant program

LPN licensure

UWH MA Apprenticeship Program or Employee Partner MA Program

CCMA certification

UWH MA Apprenticeship Accelerated

One year MA experience with CMA/RMA/CCMA

Job description

Medical Assistant, Pediatric Specialty - Cardiology

Madison, WI, United States (On-site)

Job Description

Work Schedule

Part-time, 80% FTE, day shift. Shifts are scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM - 4:30 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 team at the American Family Children’s Hospital!We are a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center featuring nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields.

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

Join our world-class team of doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals to provide everything from preventive health care to highly specialized programs.

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

Prepare patients for examination, obtain vital signs, document chief complaint, medications, and allergies, and administer medications and treatments.

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

• 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

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.

American Family Children’s Hospital

American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison , Wisconsin—also a Magnet®-designated facility—provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children’s Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU , which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.

• Legal Employer University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority
• Locations 1675 Highland Ave, Madison, WI, 53792, US (On-site)
• Job Category Clinical / Direct Patient Care (non-RN)