Medical Assistant, Specialty Care (ongoing)

University of Wisconsin Medical Foundation in; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin Medical Foundation seeks a Medical Assistant to support specialty care clinics in a fast-paced, patient-family centered environment. You will prepare patients, take vital signs, review medications, assist with procedures and coordinate with nursing staff.

The role requires completion of an accredited medical assistant program or LPN licensure, CMA/RMA/CCMA certifications, and CPR/BLS. Shift patterns are Monday–Friday with day hours; no weekends.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program is required.
• Licensure as an LPN is required or
• Certification through CMA/RMA/CCMA paths is acceptable.
• CCMA, CMA or RMA certification is required within 1 year or enrollment in the apprenticeship.
• CPR/BLS certification is required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and obtain vital signs.
• Document chief complaint, review medications and allergies.
• Assist with clinic procedures and nursing treatments.
• Support specialty care teams across multiple UW Health clinics.
• Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness, and patient education.

Education

Completion of an accredited medical assistant program

Licensure as an LPN

UWH Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program / Employee Partner Medical Assistant Program

CCMA certification (CMA/RMA/CCMA) - UWH employee

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

University of Wisconsin Medical Foundation

Medical Assistant, Specialty Care (ongoing) (Finance)

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.

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UW Hospital and Clinics benefits

UW Medical Foundation benefits