Medical Assistant, Podiatry

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Referral bonus

Flexible schedules

Employee Wellbeing

Job summary

UW Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the podiatry team in Madison, WI. This 100% FTE, day shift role supports foot care across a busy clinic and emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered service.

Responsibilities include assisting with examinations, promoting wellness, and ensuring a respectful, efficient patient experience. Training pathways and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program or LPN licensure.
• CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification required or eligible.
• One year of Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Ability to work in a team and provide compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Support podiatry team in evaluating and treating foot ailments.
• Provide high-quality, patient-family centered care.
• Promote wellness and healthy lifestyles to patients and families.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient-centered care

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited medical assistant program

LPN licensure

MA Apprenticeship Program

CCMA certification

CMA/RMA/CCMA certification

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

None

Job description

Work Schedule:

100% FTE, day shift. Shifts are scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:45 AM - 5:00 PM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Job Description

Work Schedule:

100% FTE, day shift. Shifts are scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:45 AM - 5:00 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 our remarkable team as we work together to provide the best care experience to our patients, families and the communities we serve.

We are seeking a Medical Assistant to:

• Join our UW Health podiatry team as they evaluate and treat a variety of foot ailments including foot and heel pain, heel spurs, hammer toes, bunions, corns, calluses, ingrown toenails, plantar warts, plantar fasciitis, arthritis and tendinitis
• Provide the highest quality of care in a compassionate, respectful, patient-family centered environment
• Promote wellness and healthy lifestyles

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 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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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.

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