Medical Assistant, Internal Medicine

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE day shift position. Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:00AM - 5:00PM, no weekends required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay:

UW Health offers a competitive compensation package. Work experience that is relevant to the position will be taken into consideration when determining the starting base pay. External hires may be eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus.

Be part of something remarkable

Provide a remarkable patient experience, as you are often one of the first people a patient interacts with at their appointment.

We are currently seeking a Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) to:

• Join our team of Internal Medicine providers who provide diagnosis and treatment of both acute and chronic illnesses, gynecological care, and urgent care for patients over 18 years of age.
• Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness, and education.
• Provide quality care in a compassionate and patient-family centered environment.
• Responsible for important preparation work like taking vitals, noting patients' needs and concerns, and assisting with clinic procedures and exams.

UW Health offers clinical and administrative continuing education opportunities for Medical Assistants including AAMA approved CEUs, Elsevier Skill Packages and free weekend webinar events (twice per year).

At UW Health, you will receive:

• Excellent benefits, including paid holidays, health insurance, dental insurance and retirement plans.
• Work-life balance - our positions allow for scheduling flexibility that aligns with an optimal work-life balance.
• Excellence in patient and family-centered care is recognized and celebrated through an award program.
• Tuition reimbursement - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Education:

Minimum - High School Diploma or equivalent and ONE of the following:

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program OR
• Licensure as an LPN OR
• Completion of the UWH Medical Assistant Apprenticeship 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

Work Experience:

Preferred - One (1) year of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant or LPN

Licenses and Certifications:

Minimum -

• Certified as CMA, RMA, or CCMA or eligible for certification. Certification must be obtained within one (1) year of hire date.
• If applying in lieu of Medical Assistant education or LPN licensure, must have current CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification.
• CPR/BLS certification

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.

Job Description

UW Medical Foundation benefits