Medical Assistant, Specialty Care (ongoing)

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UW Health seeks a Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) to support a broad range of specialty care clinics while delivering patient and family-centered care. The role includes preparing patients, taking vital signs, and assisting with procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates should have an accredited MA program and one year of MA experience with CMA/RMA/CCMA certification; licensure as LPN or participation in apprenticeship programs is also outlined. CPR/BLS is required.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program required.
• Licensure as an LPN required.
• Completion of the UWH Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program or Employee Partner Medical Assistant Program.
• Attainment of the CCMA, CMA, or RMA certification as a UWH employee or
• Acceptance into the UWH MA Apprenticeship Program – Accelerated.
• One year of recent Medical Assistant experience and CMA, RMA or CCMA certification.
• CPR/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Clinical procedures

Documentation

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

LPN licensure

UWH MA Apprenticeship Program

CCMA/CMA/RMA certification

CMA/RMA/CCMA certification

Job description

Be part of something Remarkable

Be 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 Description

Be part of something Remarkable

Be 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 specialty 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, assist with clinic procedures, and assist nursing staff with treatments for patients.
• Promote healthy life styles, wellness and education.

Positions may available throughout UW Health Clinic locations including the specialty areas of:

• Allergy
• Breast Center
• Burn and Wound
• Cardiology
• Dermatology
• Endocrinology
• Fertility
• Float
• Gastroenterology
• Geriatrics
• Hematology, Oncology and BMT
• Hepatology
• Imaging
• Infectious Disease
• Mohs Surgery
• Oncology
• Nephrology
• Neurology
• Ob/Gyn
• Orthopedics
• Otolaryngology/ENT
• Pediatric Specialty
• Plastic Surgery
• Pulmonary
• Rheumatology
• Surgical Specialty
• Transplant
• Urology

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.

UW Medical Foundation benefits