Medical Assistant, Primary Care (ongoing)

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

Job summary

UW Health in Wisconsin is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our primary care team. You will prepare patients for examinations, obtain vital signs, review medications and allergies, and assist nursing staff in a fast-paced, patient‑family centered setting.

Work typically Monday–Friday, 8‑hour shifts; no weekends. Certifications listed (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) and CPR/BLS required on hire. Opportunities exist across Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Pediatrics clinics.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program required.
• Licensure as an LPN or CMA/RMA/CCMA certification acceptable.
• Participation in UW Health MA Apprenticeship or Accelerated programs may be available.
• CPR/BLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination, obtain vital signs, review medications and allergies, and assist nursing staff.
• Provide quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced, patient‑family centered environment.
• Promote healthy lifestyles and patient education.

Skills

Medical Assistant

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

LPN licensure

MA Apprenticeship / Employee Partner MA Program

CCMA / CMA / RMA certification

Job description

Be part of something RemarkableBe a part of the REMARKABLE team where we consistently earn top honors for patient care and continually look for new and innovative ways to provide patient and family-centered care.

Job DescriptionBe a part of the REMARKABLE team where we consistently earn top honors for patient care and continually look for new and innovative ways to provide patient and family-centered care. We are seeking a Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) to:

• Join our primary care teams who provide remarkable care to patients of all ages.
• Provide quality, conscientious care, with strict attention to details, in a fast paced, compassionate, and patient family centered environment.
• Prepare patients for examination, obtain vital signs, document chief complaint, review/update medications and allergies, perform spirometry, and assist nursing staff with treatments for patients.
• Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness and education.

Family Medicine, Internal Medicine and Pediatric positions may available throughout UW Health Clinic locations including:

• 1102 S. Park Street
• 20 S. Park Street
• DeForest/Windsor Clinic
• East Terrace Clinic
• Float Pool
• Junction Road Medical Center
• Odana Road Clinic
• Stoughton Clinic
• Sun Prairie
• Union Corners Clinic
• Yahara Clinic

Work Schedule:Scheduled shifts are typically Monday through Friday, with 8 hours shifts between the hours of 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. No weekends required.

Pay:UW Health offers a competitive compensation package. Work experience that is relevant to the position will be taken into consideration when determining the starting base pay.

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

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.

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.

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