Medical Assistant, Pediatrics

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Two-week paid parental leave

Tuition benefits

Referral bonus

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to join our pediatric and adolescent medicine team. The role involves preparing patients for exams, taking vital signs, documenting complaints and allergies, administering medications, and promoting wellness in a patient-family centered environment.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, tuition assistance, and opportunities for work-life balance with flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program required.
• Licensure as an LPN.
• Completion of the UWH Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program or Employee Partner MA Program.
• Attainment of the CCMA certification as a UWH employee.
• Acceptance into the UWH MA Apprenticeship Program – Accelerated.
• One year of MA experience and CMA, RMA or CCMA certification.
• High School diploma or equivalent (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination, obtain vital signs, document chief complaint, medications and allergies.
• Administer medications and treatments.
• Promote healthy lifestyles and education.
• Support pediatric and adolescent medicine clinicians in daily patient care.

Skills

Clinical care

Vital signs

Documentation

Patient education

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

LPN licensure

MA Apprenticeship/Employee Partner MA Program

CCMA certification (as UWH employee)

MA Apprenticeship Accelerated program

1 year MA experience + CMA/RMA/CCMA

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR systems

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Work Schedule:

Part-time, 90% FTE, 36 hours per week, day shift position. Shifts scheduled Monday through Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with one half day off each week. 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 our high quality, patient and family-centered care team in pediatrics.

We are currently seeking a Medical Assistant to:

• Join our team of pediatric and adolescent medicine physicians who provide a comprehensive approach to childcare from birth through adolescence.
• Provide quality care in a compassionate and patient-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

• 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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