Medical Assistant, Pediatrics

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority • Madison, WI

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Work Schedule : Full-time, 100% FTE, day shift position. Shifts scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM – 5:00 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 Be part of something remarkable Join our high quality, patient and family-centered care team in pediatrics. We are currently seeking a Medical Assistant to: Join our team of pediatric and adolescent medicine physicians who provide a comprehensive approach to childcare from birth through adolescence. Provide quality care in a compassionate and patient-family centered environment. Prepare patients for examination, obtain vital signs, document chief complaint, medications, and allergies, and administer medications and treatments. 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, obtain vital signs, document chief complaint, medications, and allergies, and administer medications and treatments.
• 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 - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• 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: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees