Medical Assistant, Geriatrics

Work Schedule:

Full-time, 100% FTE, day shift. Shifts scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM and 8:15 AM - 4:45 PM. No weekends required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay:

UW Health offers a competitive compensation package. Work experience that is relevant to the position will be taken into consideration when determining the starting base pay.

Be part of something remarkable

Join our REMARKABLE team as we work together to provide the best care experience to our patients, families, and the communities we serve. Medical Assistants in Geriatrics are expected to "speak the patient's language" and act as a liaison between the physician and patient. Understanding the special challenges older patients face and having the tools to overcome them will make you a valuable asset to this team.

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

• Join UW Health physicians specializing in geriatrics and gerontology who provide comprehensive diagnostic evaluation, primary and specialty care for individuals over 65 years of age.

• Assist in the treatment of memory and behavior disorders and gait/fall disorders.

• Promote preventative health services, healthy lifestyles, wellness, and education.

• Prepare patients for examination, obtain vital signs, document chief complaint, medications and allergies and administer medications and treatments.

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).

At UW Health, you will receive:

• Excellent benefits, including paid holidays, health insurance, dental insurance and retirement plans.

• Work-life balance - our positions allow for scheduling flexibility that aligns with an optimal work-life balance.

• Excellence in patient and family-centered care is recognized and celebrated through an award program.

• Tuition reimbursement - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

• 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

Work Experience

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

Licenses & Certifications

• 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

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through 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. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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.