Medical Assistant (MA, CMA, LPN) - Psychiatry - 100% FTE - Psychiatric Institute and Clinic (2219)

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

We are currently seeking a Medical Assistant to

* Join our team of experienced psychiatric specialists who provide assessment, treatment and management of physiological and psychological health for children and adults through patient consultation, outpatient and inpatient care and programs.
* Facilitate our Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) program which involves the use of short-pulsed magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain. TMS is an outpatient procedure used to treat depression.
* Promote healthy lifestyles, wellness and education.
* Work remotely part of the week (potentially once trained)

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/BLS 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.

W ork Schedule : 100% FTE, 40 hours per week. Scheduled shifts are Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay : The starting salary for this position is $16.74. 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.

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.

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.