Medical Assistant Training Program - 9.28.26 Program Start

About the role

The Medical Assistant Training Program at Children’s Wisconsin is designed for individuals passionate about working in healthcare. The program aims to prepare participants for a career as a Medical Assistant through comprehensive training and certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, maintaining records, and handling correspondence.
• Assist physicians during patient visits, including taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, and assisting with diagnostic procedures.
• Administer medications and vaccines under supervision.
• Provide patient education and support.
• Ensure patient confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Requirements

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Basic computer literacy.

Benefits

• Hourly wage while training.
• Laptop computers & necessary equipment loaned upon acceptance into the program.

Pay

Hourly wage while training.

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday – Friday training program.

Training Program Details

Program Start Date: Monday 9/28/2026
18 to 20 weeks, Full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday – Friday training program
Participants 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.

Application Steps

• Complete Grant Eligibility Requirement Form
• Complete TABE Test Assessment
• Interviews & Selection Process

Equal Opportunity Employer

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.

Certifications/Licenses

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