Medical Assistant

About the Role

University Health Services (UHS) is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and nurses in delivering high-quality, student-centered care. This role is essential for maintaining smooth clinic operations through a combination of clinical and administrative duties. Opportunities exist to work in primary care, gynecology, sexual health, and community health. This is a full-time, onsite position at University Health Services, 333 East Campus Mall, Madison, WI. Regular working hours are Monday-Friday, between 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Escort patients to various hospital locations.
• Deliver, order, and inventory general clinic supplies.
• Perform routine vital signs and basic tests.
• Assist with minor procedures.
• Administer medications as directed by a supervising clinician.
• Schedule appointments.
• Maintain medical records.
• Assist patients with billing and coding information.
• Answer basic medical questions.
• Collect, prepare, and deliver specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Prepare and clean examination rooms, instruments, and equipment for specific procedures.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification prior to start date.
• Minimum of 6 months of paid work experience in a healthcare setting.
• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience as a Medical Assistant in an ambulatory care environment.
• Minimum of one year of paid work experience in a healthcare setting.
• Demonstrated ability to perform patient care procedures according to established protocols, ensuring safe and consistent outcomes.
• Completion of Medical Assistant program and/or certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, CCMA).
• Certifications: CNA, EMT, LPN, CMA.

Compensation

• Starting hourly rate: $19.00, negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
• Benefits include generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurance and savings accounts; retirement benefits.
• UW is a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and Temporary Expanded Public Service Loan Forgiveness (TEPSLF) programs.