What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant, Rheumatology position at UW Health?
Work Schedule:
100% FTE, day/evening. 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 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 seeking a Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) to:
- Join UW Health specialists in Rheumatology and Arthritis who provide a multidisciplinary team approach to managing rheumatic and immunological diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis.
- Provide quality care in a compassionate and patient-family centered environment.
- Prepare patients for examination, obtain vital signs, document chief complaint, medications, and allergies, and administer medications and treatments.
- Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness, and education.
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
- Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or Licensure as an LPN or Completion of the UW Health Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program or Completion of CCMA as a UW Health employee or
- In lieu of the above requirements, one (1) years of recent Medical Assistant experience and current 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, equitable, 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.
