Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - General Surgery - FT

Sanford Health; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and skilled team at a leading health system, dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. As a Certified Medical Assistant, you will support urologists and participate in all phases of patient care, from preventative measures to treatment and follow-up. This role offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional growth, including a generous sign-on bonus for eligible candidates. If you're passionate about health and healing, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients.

Benefits

Up to $20,000 sign-on bonus

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program required.
• Nationally certified as a Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect health status data and communicate with healthcare providers.
• Perform clinical duties under supervision, including vital signs and patient preparation.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Communication Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Education

Medical Assistant Program Graduate

Certification (CMA)

Job description

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40 Salary Range: $19.75 - $26.40

Union Position:

Yes

Department Details

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our dedicated team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting our urologists and providing exceptional patient care.

• M-F 8am-5pm schedule
• Up to $20,000 sign-on bonus for eligible applicants.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Summary

The Medical Assistant (MA) functions within the administration pre-defined scope of practice guidelines per state location of practice.

Job Description

The MA in the ambulatory care setting collects subjective and objective health status data from the patient or caregiver and communicates this data to the health care provider. Participates in the care of patients by providing contributing data to licensed health care professionals; and following through on the patient's plan of care under the direction of the provider. Communicates the provider's written instructions for care to the patient, or caregiver, by transmission of specifically defined information. Will participate in care for patients, across the lifespan, in all phases of preventative care, health maintenance, treatment, and follow-up as patients move in and out of care settings. Performs a variety of duties under the direct supervision of a person licensed to practice medicine. A sampling of the specialized clinical duties performed includes, but is not limited to, obtaining vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, observing and reporting patient's signs or symptoms, and performing point of care testing.

Qualifications

Must be a graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program.

Prior experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Nationally certified or registered as a Medical Assistant (MA). Certification (CMA) obtained through a nationally approved certification program for medical assistant, including but not limited to: American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through the National HealthCareer Association (NHA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) through the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA), or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), etc. Registration (RMA) obtained through the American Medical Technologists (AMT) also acceptable. Additional state requirements include: North Dakota (ND) registration as an MAIII through the ND Board of Nursing. MAs working within Minnesota (MN), Iowa (IA), South Dakota (SD) and Oregon (OR) do not require state registration. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. Re-certification as required.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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