Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, LPN) - Health Education - 20 S. Park St. at University of Wisconsin Medical Foundation in Madison, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Medical Assistant to:

• Join our Health Education Team of Diabetes Educators.


• Provide support and monitor blood sugar readings.


• Provide education on blood sugar monitoring devices.


• Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness and education.

Education:

Minimum – Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, licensure as an LPN, completion of the UW Health Medical Assistant certification program or completion of CCMA as a UW Health employee.

Work Experience:

Minimum – Will consider new Medical Assistant and LPN graduates.

Preferred – One (1) year 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 year of hire from date of hire. CPR Certification.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of medical terminology.


• Ability to make judgments in demanding situations.


• Ability to react to frequent changes in duties and volume of work.


• Commitment to respectful patient and family-centered care.


• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements: Medium: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting/and or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Work Schedule: 100% FTE, 40 hours per week. Scheduled shifts are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Sign-On Bonus: This position is eligible for up to a $3,000 sign-on bonus (pro-rated on FTE/Hours).

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.

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UW Medical Foundation benefits

UW Health values and embraces diversity and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.