Medical Assistant, Psychiatry

UW Health • Madison, WI

2d • $21 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Become part of one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. You will find your work both rewarding and challenging. We are currently seeking a Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) to join our team of experienced psychiatric specialists who provide assessment, treatment and management of physiological and psychological health for children and adults through patient consultation, outpatient and inpatient care and programs. Assist with vitals, urine drug screens, refills, phone calls, mychart encounters and prior authorizations. 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

• High School diploma or equivalent. Preferred
• 1 year of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant or LPN Preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with vitals, urine drug screens, refills, phone calls, mychart encounters and prior authorizations.
• 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: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED