Medical Assistant, Pediatrics

University of Wisconsin Medical Foundation in; Stoughton (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

University of Wisconsin Medical Foundation is seeking a Medical Assistant for a full-time day shift (Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm). No weekend requirements; hours may vary based on departmental needs.

Join our pediatrics team delivering comprehensive care from birth through adolescence. The Medical Assistant will prepare patients, take vital signs, document chief complaints, medications and allergies, and administer treatments while promoting healthy lifestyles.

Qualifications

• One year of recent Medical Assistant experience and CMA, RMA or CCMA Certification
• Licensure as an LPN or CMA/RMA/CCMA certifications as applicable
• MA Apprenticeship or MA Apprenticeship Accelerated programs for candidates without formal MA education

Responsibilities

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

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program completion

LPN licensure

MA Apprenticeship Program completion

CCMA certification

MA Apprenticeship Accelerated

CMA / RMA / CCMA certification

Job description

University of Wisconsin Medical Foundation

Full-time, 100% FTE, day shift. Shifts will be scheduled as Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm 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 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

• 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.

UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 90 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.