The Medical Assistant supports the patient-centered healthcare team by helping patients feel at ease and collaborating with providers during visits. Responsibilities include maintaining BLS certification and floating across sites to ensure optimal clinic operations.
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Location: Milwaukee, WI (Froedtert Hospital) – On-Site FTE: 0.800 Standard Hours: 32 Shift: 1 Schedule: 4 days per week – off day will be Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday
Job Summary The Medical Assistant (MA/MA Sr) is a healthcare professional and an essential member of the patient-centered healthcare team.
The MA/MA Sr is instrumental in helping the patient feel at ease while collaborating with the provider throughout the patient's visit.
Responsibilities include: Maintaining Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Remaining compliant with all organization educational, licensure or certification Cross-training and floating as needed to provide services across sites and to maintain optimal clinic operations 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: Time Off & Career Growth Paid Time Off (PTO) Career Development – Career Pathways, Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities Academic Partnership – Collaboration with the Medical College of Wisconsin Financial & Retirement Benefits Referral Bonuses 403(b) Retirement Plan Moving Assistance Health & Wellness Comprehensive Insurance – Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Disability Coverage – Short- & Long-Term Disability Free Workplace Clinics, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), Healthy Contributions, & Care@Work Employee Assistance & Exclusive Discounts Adoption Assistance Discounts on Gym Memberships, Travel, KinderCare, Auto, Home, & Pet Insurance Additional work-life benefits available We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need to thrive both professionally and personally.
Compensation for the positions below is based on market and experience including those with active certification or licensure.
Licenses & Certifications and Educational Requirements Medical Assistant (MA): Education: High school diploma (or GED) required plus one of the following: Completion of an MA program, or Completion of an EMT-Basic course, or Trained on the job MA AND one year experience in health care, or Completion of an MA Apprentice program Certification: American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Providers (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent required within 90 days of hire.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and either complete an MA program, EMT-Basic course, or have equivalent on-the-job training. BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire, with specific certification requirements for the Senior MA role.
Market context
Support-services roles in Wisconsin are typically driven by ongoing staffing needs in hospitals, long-term care, and other care settings, especially for candidates with current CNA and BLS credentials. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for dependable availability, strong teamwork, and readiness to work in fast-paced environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm your certification status and compare workplace supports like mental health resources, daycare, health coaches, relaxation rooms, and health-focused apps against the original posting.
