What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant, Oncology position at University of Wisconsin Health (UW Health)?
Work Schedule :
Full-time, 100% FTE day/evening shift. Monday – Friday, 8:00 – 4:30pm, 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 $6,000 sign-on bonus. (pro-rated based on FTE).
Be part of something Remarkable
Be part of a team that helps patients through their cancer journey. UW Health is home to the UW Carbone Cancer Center, Wisconsin's only comprehensive cancer center, as designated by the National Cancer Institute. We work to prevent cancer through risk assessments and research, and we have programs focused on early diagnosis, when cancer is most treatable.
We are seeking a Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, RMA, CCMA, LPN) to:
Join the medical specialists at the UW Carbone Cancer Center who are proud to be nationally recognized for delivering the best in cancer care.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary experts in palliative care, nutrition, genetics and health psychology to customize each patient’s plan of care.
Provide a remarkable patient experience, as you are often one of the first people a patient interacts with at their appointment.
Responsible for important preparation work like taking vitals, noting patients’ needs and concerns, and assisting with clinic procedures and exams.
Provide quality care in a compassionate and patient-family centered environment.
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).
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 Diversity and Inclusion
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, 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.
University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.
Job Description
UW Medical Foundation benefits
