Pathology Medical Program Assistant

University of Wisconsin Madison•Madison, WI

4d•$20•Hybrid

About The Position

Join the Department of Pathology and Lab Medicine's faculty support team and truly make a difference! As part of our collaborative administrative team, our MPAs work directly with faculty on a daily basis, assisting with a wide variety of academic, clinical and administrative projects. We strive to highlight your skills and interests to provide a fulfilling, professional position. This position is full or part-time, 80%-100% This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location. The work schedule is flexible and will be determined at the time of hire. Department: School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Administration The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is dedicated to the highest quality patient care, cutting-edge and impactful research, and teaching the next generation of pathologists and scientists. We emphasize a healthy work-life balance and provide a supportive work environment committed to the growth and advancement of our members. Our vibrant clinical department integrates anatomic pathology, laboratory medicine, teaching, and a robust research enterprise, and serves the UW, American Family Children’s, VA, and other Madison hospitals. Our basic science and translational research programs have made fundamental discoveries in cell and stem cell biology, immunology, neuroscience, and infectious disease. Opportunities in education include a T32-funded PhD graduate program, pathology resident and fellowship programs, and both medical school and undergraduate curricula. Madison , often rated as one of the best places to live in America, is built on an isthmus, surrounded by lakes. The city, campus, green spaces and urban areas are blended to create a place unlike any other. Compensation: The starting hourly wage for the position is $19.70 per hour; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage. SMPH University Staff Benefits Flyer 2026

Requirements

Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
Requires excellent organization skills
Experience managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines
High School Diploma required

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a professional office setting, preferably an academic institution
Attention to detail, work independently and the ability to work as an effective team member are highly desirable
Ability to communicate effectively and provide excellent customer service

Responsibilities

Identifies opportunities for program improvements and makes recommendations to the appropriate entities
Acts as the primary liaison for providers or programs and refers stakeholders to providers, agencies, patients, and staff
Performs administrative tasks including telephone customer service, word processing, transcribing, filing, and calendaring
Coordinates with senior management to define program goals and fiscal objectives
Serves as the primary contact and subject matter expert for specified program policies and procedures
Assists in coordinating the complex daily activities of providers or program(s) by entering information into databases, maintaining files and materials, and preparing reports
Schedules logistics and secures or distributes resources for program meetings, department events, conferences, and travel