What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant, Pediatric Neurology position at UW Health?
Work Schedule:
Full-time, 100% FTE day shift. Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm, no weekends are required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.
Pay:
UW Health offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Work experience that is relevant to the position will be taken into consideration when determining the starting base pay. External hires are eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus.
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We are currently seeking a Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) to:
- Join our expert team of Neurology professionals who offer comprehensive consultation, evaluation, and treatment of a variety of neurological disorders.
- Provide quality care in a compassionate environment where teamwork is highly valued, and exceptionalism and innovation are encouraged.
- Care for patients of all ages and assist with the setup of various in-clinic procedures.
- Perform a variety of patient care duties including taking vital signs, reviewing medications and allergies and medication refills.
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).
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.
University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.
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