Medical Assistant - Sparta, Family Medicine

$39,541 - $39,541/Yr

15 Gundersen Lutheran Admin Svcs - Sparta, WI

Part-time - Entry Level

Sparta, WI

5,001-10,000 employees

About the position

The Medical Assistant position at Gundersen Health System is designed for individuals looking to start their career in healthcare while making a meaningful impact on patient care. This role involves providing support in the Family Medicine department, ensuring a welcoming environment for patients, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance patient experiences and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care by greeting patients warmly and setting the tone for their appointments.
• Update patient information in charting systems.
• Take patient vitals and assist with procedures alongside nurses and providers.
• Collaborate with a team of healthcare providers and managers to support patient health journeys.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program, Practical Nursing program, or Vocational Nurse program, or eligibility for NCLEX-PN.
• High School Diploma or equivalent with a Medical Assistant Certification.
• Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers certification.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a healthcare setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Starting pay of $19.01 per hour, with higher rates for experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, HSA/FSA.
• Substantial retirement contributions including 401k.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) that combines vacation, sick, and personal days.
• Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness program with incentives, employee assistance program, and identity theft protection.
• Pet insurance and employee discount programs.