Medical Assistant, Surgical Specialties

UW Health • Madison, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Become part of one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. You will find your work in Surgical Specialties both rewarding and challenging.

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

Join UW Health surgeons who provide expert surgical treatment in a variety of
specialties, including trauma surgery, minimally invasive surgery, surgical
oncology and thoracic surgery.

Work in collaboration with the team to provide pre-operative and
post-operative care and education.

Assist with clinic procedures and minor surgeries.

Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness, and education

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and ONE of the following Required
• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program or
• Licensure as an LPN or
• Completion of the UWH Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program or an Employee Partner Medical Assistant 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
• Certified as MA, CMA, RMA, or CCMA within 1 Year Required or
• Licensure as an LPN Upon Hire Required
• If applying in lieu of Medical Assistant education or LPN licensure, must have current CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification Upon Hire Required
• CPR/BLS certification Upon Hire Required

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant or LPN Preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-operative and post-operative care and education
• Assist with clinic procedures and minor surgeries
• Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness, and education

Benefits

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED