Med Assistant Training Program - June 2026 Program Start

Children's Wisconsin • Milwaukee, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Our pediatricians and primary care offices offer parents a level of care that cannot be obtained at other places: Affiliation with the #4 children's hospital in the country (according to Parents magazine) Board-certified pediatricians (learn what it means to be 'board-certified') Many locations spread throughout southeast Wisconsin Commitment to population health and an increased role for pediatricians in the care of children Doctors who are very active in their local communities Access to many health and wellness programs designed to keep kids safe and healthy We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today. Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/ MA TRAINING PROGRAM VIDEO IMPORTANT: Submitting your Children’s Wisconsin application doesn't guarantee a spot in the training program. This training program has a competitive selection process that requires submitting your Children’s Wisconsin application, meeting eligibility requirements, interviews, and taking a TABE test assessment for meeting the required English and Math skill levels. Please see the recruitment timeline listed below for more information. Training program details: Trainees must be a Milwaukee County resident required to meet grant funding eligibility. Program Start Date: June 2026 Children’s Wisconsin Application Deadline: 5/1/26. MAAPET Eligibility Assessment 18 week training program. Trainees receive foundational coursework and training for a Medical Assistant Certification. Classroom training located in person at Employ Milwaukee. Clinical externship hours at a Children’s Wisconsin clinic. Coursework and studying to be completed in addition to the classroom and externship work schedule. Full-time work schedule. Monday – Friday. Participants receive an hourly wage while training. Laptop computers & necessary equipment will be loaned to you upon acceptance into the program.

Requirements

• Must be a Milwaukee County resident required to meet grant funding eligibility.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior customer service experience is required.
• Prior healthcare experience is required.
• TABE score equal to a 6th grade level in reading & math.
• Availability to continue working as a medical assistant for 2+ years at Children's Wisconsin after completing the training program.
• Must meet grant eligibility requirements required (See below).
• A passion for wanting to work in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Willingness to learn and perform both blood draws and immunizations to pediatric patients.
• Ability to work with a diverse patient population to promote a culturally competent environment.
• Physical ability to lift and position patients weighing up to 75 pounds, as well as push and pull when performing cleaning functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees