Medical Assistant Surgical Oncology

Ascension; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition assistance and professional开发

Job summary

Ascension's Water Tower Medical Commons in Milwaukee, WI, seeks a dedicated team member for Surgical Oncology on the Day Shift full-time. You will support physicians with treatments, interview patients, record vital signs, and prepare treatment rooms.

This role also covers clerical duties and requires a high school diploma or equivalent, plus BLS within 30 days. Join a mission-driven health system that emphasizes growth, care, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire required (AHA or ARC).
• High School diploma or equivalent or 1 year of relevant experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with physician-ordered treatments under supervision.
• Interview patients, measure vital signs, and document on charts.
• Prepare treatment rooms for examinations and procedures.
• Perform clerical duties including answering phones and maintaining records.

Skills

Vital signs

Interview patients

Room preparation

Clerical duties

Education

High School diploma or equivalent / 1 year experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Milwaukee, WI
• Facility: Water Tower Medical Commons
• Department: Surgical Oncology
• Schedule: Day Shift l Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Assist with treatments ordered by physician as supervised by physician or registered nurse.
• Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information on patients' charts.
• Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.
• Perform clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association OR American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required

Additional Preferences

• Works well in fast paced environment
• Demonstrates good follow through and detail oriented

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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