Medical Assistant, Oncology

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority • Madison, WI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Work Schedule : Part-time, 90% FTE, day shift. Shifts are scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. No weekends or holidays are required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. Pay : UW Health offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Work experience that is relevant to the position will be taken into consideration when determining the starting base pay. Be part of something remarkable Be part of a team that helps patients through their cancer journey. UW Health is home to UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center, Wisconsin's only comprehensive cancer center, as designated by the National Cancer Institute. We work to prevent cancer through risk assessments and research, and we have programs focused on early diagnosis, when cancer is most treatable. We are seeking a Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) - Oncology to: Join our medical specialists who are proud to be nationally recognized for delivering the best in cancer care. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary experts in palliative care, nutrition, genetics and health psychology to customize each patient’s plan of care. Provide a remarkable patient experience, as you are often one of the first people a patient interacts with at their appointment. Responsible for important preparation work like taking vitals, noting patients’ needs and concerns, and assisting with clinic procedures and exams. Provide quality care in a compassionate and patient-family centered environment. Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness and education.

Requirements

• 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
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 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

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant or LPN Preferred

Responsibilities

• Taking vitals
• Noting patients’ needs and concerns
• Assisting with clinic procedures and exams
• Provide quality care in a compassionate and patient-family centered environment
• Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness and education

Benefits

• health and dental insurance
• paid time off
• retirement plans
• two-week paid parental leave
• adoption assistance
• Tuition benefits eligibility
• referral bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED