Medical Assistant
Location: US: WI: MILWAUKEE at our FROEDTERT HOSPITAL facility
Work Type: Full-time.
Shift: 1st Hours: Monday-Friday 9 am-5:30 pm or until the last patient is out of the clinic. Flexibility is needed as the schedule may change to meet department needs.
Job Summary:
A Medical Assistant/LPN is a healthcare professional and an essential member of the patient-centered healthcare team. This individual is responsible for pre-visit planning, standard rooming responsibilities, assisting with procedures, discharge instructions, and other duties as assigned. The Medical Assistant/LPN is instrumental in helping the patient feel at ease while collaborating with the provider throughout the patient's visit. The Medical Assistant/LPN may be required to cross-train and float as needed to maintain optimal clinic operations. Other duties as assigned.
Medical Assistant Qualifications:
One to two years of clinical experience is preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA-approved equivalent is required within 90 days of hire.
In addition, individuals must meet one (1) of the following combinations of education and experience
A. A graduate of a CAAHEP or ABHES accredited Medical Assistant Program (Associate, Diploma, or Certificate). – Additional certification through the AAMA and/or an equal certification board or certification is preferred.
B. A graduate of a non-CAAHEP or ABHES Medical Assistant program (Associate, diploma, or Certificate) or Military Medic/Corpsman training. In addition to education, one (1) year of formal on-the-job Medical Assistant experience is preferred.
C. Currently possess and are in good standing with at least one of the following credentials
a. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – AAMA
b. Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – AMT
c. Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry (ABR-OE)
d. Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) -NHA
Perks & Benefits at Froedtert Health
Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:
Paid time off
Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
Referral bonuses
Retirement plan - 403b
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work-life benefits available
The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research, and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network, which includes ten hospitals, nearly 2,000 physicians, and more than 45 health centers and clinics draws patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation.