Med Assistant Training Program - 1.11.2027 start date

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/

MEDICAL ASSISTANT TRAINING PROGRAM – 1.11.27 START DATE

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IMPORTANT: Submitting your Children’s Wisconsin application doesn't guarantee a spot in the training program.

In addition to submitting your application, you must complete the following steps:

Step 1: Complete Grant Eligibility Requirement Form

• •Click the link below to submit your required eligibility requirement form.
• •https://www.healthcareerswi.com/copy-of-maapet-recruitment-form
• •Step 1 eligibility questions can be submitted to info@healthcareerswi.com .

Step 2: TABE Test Assessment

• •Only applicants who complete step 1 and meet the grant eligibility requirements will be notified and invited to complete a Math & English TABE test assessment.
• •Step 2 TABE test assessment questions can be submitted to info@healthcareerswi.com .

Step 3 – Interviews & Selection Process

Only individuals who complete steps 1 and 2 and pass the TABE test assessment will be considered for further interviews and reference checks.

GRANT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

MAAPET is funded as a whole or in part by the Department of Labor Nursing Expansion Grant. You must meet complete step 1 above to determine if you meet grant eligibility requirements or not, to participate in this program.

TRAINING PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:

You must complete step 1 above to determine if you meet grant eligibility requirements in order participate in this program.

Milwaukee County resident.

Prior healthcare experience is required.

• •Ability to work full-time, 40 hours/week.
• •Availability to continue working as a medical assistant for 2+ years at Children's Wisconsin after completing the training program.
• •High School Diploma or GED.
• •TABE score equal to a 6th grade level in Reading & Math.
• •TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education) is essentially a placement test. All candidates interested in being considered for the program must take and pass the test with at least a 6th grade level in reading & math.
• •For more information and FREE study resources for TABE click here.

• •A passion for wanting to work in healthcare.
• •Willingness to learn and perform both blood draws and immunizations to pediatric patients.
• •Ability to work with a diverse patient population to promote a culturally competent environment.
• •Physical ability to lift and position patients weighing up to 75 pounds, as well as push and pull when performing cleaning functions.

TRAINING PROGRAM DETAILS:

• •Program Start Date: Monday 1/11/2027
• •18 to 20 week, Full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday – Friday training program
• •Trainees receive foundational coursework and training for a Medical Assistant Certification.
• •Classroom training located in person at Employ Milwaukee .
• •Clinical externship hours at a Children’s Wisconsin clinic .
• •Coursework and studying to be completed in addition to the classroom and externship work schedule.
• •Participants receive an hourly wage while training.
• •Laptop computers & necessary equipment will be loaned to you upon acceptance into the program.

More information about the MAAPET program can be found here: https://www.healthcareerswi.com/maapet

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses:

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council