Medical Assistant, Orthopedics
About The Position
UW Health is seeking a Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, or LPN) to join orthopedic providers delivering non-surgical and surgical services, including trauma, joint reconstruction and replacement, sports medicine, spine, hand and upper extremity, and foot and ankle surgery. The role provides quality care in a compassionate, patient- and family-centered environment. Duties include preparing patients for examination, assisting with treatments and office procedures, providing patient education, and promoting healthy lifestyles and wellness. This is a full-time position at 100% FTE with eight-hour day shifts, scheduled Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM. Hours may vary based on departmental operational needs. The position is located at UW Health East Madison Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. Relevant work experience will be considered when determining starting base pay; no salary range is listed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Meet one of the following: completion of an accredited medical assistant program; LPN licensure; completion of the UWH Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program or an Employee Partner Medical Assistant Program; attainment of CCMA certification as a UWH employee; acceptance into the UWH MA Apprenticeship Program – Accelerated; or one year of recent Medical Assistant experience and CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification.
- Certification as MA, CMA, RMA, or CCMA within one year, or LPN licensure upon hire.
- If applying in lieu of Medical Assistant education or LPN licensure, current CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification upon hire.
- CPR/BLS certification upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant or LPN.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for examination.
- Assist with treatments and office procedures.
- Provide patient education.
- Provide quality care in a compassionate, patient- and family-centered environment.
- Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness, and education.
- Support orthopedic providers delivering non-surgical and surgical services, including trauma, joint reconstruction and replacement, sports medicine, spine, hand and upper extremity, and foot and ankle surgery.
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 to support flexibility and work-life balance.
- Resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department supporting emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Tuition benefits for coursework associated with career advancement.
- Opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring applicants to open, posted positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
