Medical Assistant, OB/Gyn
About The Position
UW Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to join an obstetrics and gynecology care team that includes obstetricians/gynecologists, advanced practice providers, and certified nurse midwives. The team provides a broad range of basic and specialized medical and surgical services, from primary obstetrical and gynecological care to advanced diagnosis and treatment of infertility problems and reproductive-tract malignancies. The Medical Assistant provides quality care in a compassionate, patient- and family-centered environment. Duties include preparing patients for examination, obtaining vital signs, documenting chief complaints, medications, and allergies, assisting with examinations and procedures, and promoting healthy lifestyles, wellness, and education. This is a part-time, 90% FTE, day-shift position. Shifts are scheduled Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., with one varying day off each pay period. Hours may vary according to departmental operational needs. Starting base pay will take relevant work experience into consideration; no salary range is specified.
Requirements
- Complete an accredited medical assistant program, hold LPN licensure, complete an eligible UW Health or Employee Partner Medical Assistant program, attain CCMA certification as a UW Health employee, be accepted into the UW Health MA Apprenticeship Program – Accelerated, or have one year of recent Medical Assistant experience and CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification.
- Be certified as an MA, CMA, RMA, or CCMA within one year, or hold LPN licensure upon hire.
- Applicants applying in lieu of Medical Assistant education or LPN licensure must have current CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification upon hire.
- CPR/BLS certification upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One year of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant or LPN.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for examination.
- Obtain vital signs.
- Document patients’ chief complaints, medications, and allergies.
- Assist with examinations and procedures.
- Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness, and education.
- Provide quality care in a compassionate, patient- and family-centered environment.
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans.
- Two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
- Schedule and shift options intended to support flexibility and work-life balance.
- Resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department supporting emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Tuition benefits eligibility 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
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
