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Location: US:WI:MILWAUKEE at our CP-FOREST HOME HEALTH CENTER facility.
This job is ON - SITE.
FTE: 1.000000
Hours: Monday-Friday
Shift: Shift 1
Job Summary:
The Lead Medical Assistant is a healthcare professional who is an essential member of the patient-centered health care team. This individual is responsible for assisting the manager/supervisor with daily operations, which include staff assignments and acting as a resource for the patients, providers and support staff in the absence of the manager/supervisor. The Lead MA can also be responsible for assisting with new employee on-boarding and orientation as well as ongoing training for all medical assistants. This individual will act as a liaison to the manager/supervisor regarding issues resolution. The Lead MA will also be expected to perform all tasks as a Medical Assistant as well as any other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION:
A minimum of 1 year of healthcare experience is required. A minimum of 2 years of experience in designated specialty and/or other ambulatory setting preferred.
EDUCATION DESCRIPTION:
High school diploma or equivalent required. 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). 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 preferred. C.) Currently possess and are in good standing with at least one of the following credentials: a.) Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) b.) Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) c.) Assessment Based Recognition in Order Entry (ABR-OE). Incumbents hired through an acquisition may be grandfathered as long as they completed medical assistant training and meet our competency requirements.
LICENSURE DESCRIPTION:
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required within 90 days of hire. Certification through the AAMA and/or an equal certification board or certification is preferred.
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 draw patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 262-439-1961. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at 262-439-1961. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.
Employment Type: ["FULL_TIME"]
