Certified Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine

ProMedica; Adrian (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

ProMedica in Minnesota is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support physicians in Internal Medicine and Family Medicine. You will take and document vital signs, perform routine tests, prepare patients for visits, and help coordinate schedules while following clinical protocols and regulatory requirements.

Communication is essential as you interact with patients and the care team; you will also act as a resource and role model for Medical Assistants and Patient Service Coordinators,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of an MA program or 1 year MA experience.
• MA certification or active license as MA/LPN/RN as applicable.
• Current BLS (CPR) certification at time of hire or within 90 days.
• Experience in medical industry or related healthcare education considered.
• Preferred: 1 year of direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for visits by taking vital signs and documenting results.
• Perform specialized tests and prepare schedules following protocols.
• Communicate with patients, peers and health care team; relay messages to providers.
• Serve as a resource and role model for Medical Assistants and Patient Service Coordinators.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Education

MA Certification/Program completed

LPN/RN license eligible

Tools

BLS CPR certification

Job description

Location:

Physicians - Internal Medicine - Family Medicine

Department:

Internal Medicine

Weekly Hours:

40

Status:

Full time

Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Job Summary:

As a Certified Medical Assistant at ProMedica, you will work directly with patients and providers to deliver clinical excellence and enhanced patient experience.

You will prepare patients for visits by taking and documenting vital signs, performing specialized tests and preparing schedules. These tasks require following clinical protocols, regulatory requirements and standards.

Communication is key in this role; you will interact with patients, peers and all members of the health care team. You will also apply your clinical knowledge when answering patient phone calls and relaying messages for providers or nurses.

This position also requires leadership skills as you will act as a resource and role model for Medical Assistants and Patient Service Coordinator teams.

The above summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It should not be considered exhaustive.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School graduate or equivalent. Completion of a recognized MA program at an accredited college or university or worked 1 year as an MA to meet the requirements to become certified.

• Experience in the medical industry, including patient care or non-patient care roles. In lieu of experience, will accept continuing education in a healthcare related area of study.

• Registration or Certification as a Medical Assistant through accredited body required; or active license from applicable state as an LPN/RN.

• BLS (CPR), must present a current BLS course card from the AHA at time of employment, or obtain certification within 90 days of hire.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• 1 year experience in direct patient care.

ProMedica is a mission-driven, not-for-profit health care organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. It serves communities across nine states and provides a range of services, including acute and ambulatory care, a dental plan, and academic business lines. ProMedica owns and operates 10 hospitals and has an affiliated interest in one additional hospital. The organization employs over 1,300 health care providers through ProMedica Physicians and has more than 2,300 physicians and advanced practice providers with privileges. Committed to its mission of improving health and well-being, ProMedica has received national recognition for its clinical excellence and its initiatives to address social determinants of health.For more information about ProMedica, please visitpromedica.org/aboutus.

Benefits:

We provide flexible benefits that include compensation and programs to help you take care of your family, your finances and your personal well-being. It’s what makes us one of the best places to work, and helps our employees live and work to their fullest potential.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please [e-mail]

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