Medical Assistant, Allergy

UW Health • Madison, WI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) to join our allergy, asthma and immunology specialists who provide definitive diagnostic and therapeutic consultation for conditions such as food, drug, and environmental allergies, anaphylaxis, asthma, and recurrent respiratory tract infections. The role involves providing quality, conscientious care with strict attention to details in a fast-paced, compassionate, and patient-family centered environment. Responsibilities include preparing patients for examination, obtaining vital signs, documenting chief complaint, reviewing/updating medications and allergies, performing spirometry, and assisting nursing staff with treatments for patients. The position also promotes 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
• 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

• Prepare patients for examination
• Obtain vital signs
• Document chief complaint
• Review/update medications and allergies
• Perform spirometry
• Assist nursing staff with treatments for patients
• Promote healthy life styles, 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree