Medical Assistant, Neurosurgery

Work Schedule:
This is a full time, 1.0 FTE position. Shifts will be scheduled Monday - Friday with a combination of 8:00 AM -4:30 PM and 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. 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.

Be part of something Remarkable

Become part of one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. You will find your work as a Medical Assistant in the Neurosurgery Clinic both rewarding and challenging.

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

• Join our expert Neurosurgeons who provide comprehensive and surgical services for diseases of the brain, spine and peripheral nerves.
• Provide quality care in a compassionate environment where teamwork is highly valued, and exceptionalism and innovation are encouraged.
• Perform a variety of patient care duties including: taking vital signs, reviewing medications and allergies and medication refills.

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 have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• 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

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