Medical Assistant, Orthopedics

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority • Madison, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Work Schedule : Part-time, 90% FTE, 8-hour day shifts. Shifts are scheduled Monday through Friday Between the hours of 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. 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. Become part of one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. You will find your work both rewarding and challenging. We are seeking a Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) to: Join our orthopedic providers who provide a full range of non-surgical and surgical services, including trauma, joint reconstruction and replacement, sports medicine, spine, hand and upper extremity and foot and ankle surgery. Provide quality care in a compassionate and patient-family centered environment. Prepare patients for examination, assist with treatments and office procedures and provide patient education. Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness, and education

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and ONE of the following Required Completion of an accredited medical assistant program 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
• 1 year of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant or LPN
• 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

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination
• assist with treatments and office procedures
• provide patient education
• Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness, and education

Benefits

• health and dental insurance
• paid time off
• retirement plans
• two-week paid parental leave
• adoption assistance
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being
• Tuition benefits eligibility
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions

What This Job Offers

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