Certified Medical Assistant Primary Care

Ascension Health; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discounts

HSA/FSA options

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension Health through Via Christi Clinic in Wichita, KS seeks a Medical Assistant for day shift, full-time to support providers and registered nurses in delivering patient care. Responsibilities include bedside support, intake, and accurate documentation of encounters and orders in health records.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, with 1 year of relevant experience, and BLS plus Medical Assistant licensure per state requirements. Comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 1 month of hire date; American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Medical Assistant licensure required prior to hire date or transfer; licensure relevant to state of work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bedside support by assisting providers and RNs with clinical treatments.
• Streamline patient intake by measuring vital signs, collecting health histories, and preparing exam rooms.
• Maintain health records by documenting encounters, diagnoses, prescriptions and test orders.

Education

High School diploma equivalency

1 year of applicable experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Wichita, KS

• Facility: Via Christi, Clinic

• Specialty: Primary Care

• Schedule: Day Shift l Full-time

Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Deliver compassionate bedside support by assisting providers and registered nurses with ordered clinical treatments to advance patient recovery and comfort.

• Streamline patient intake by measuring vital signs, gathering essential health histories and preparing clean examination rooms for seamless provider visits.

• Maintain precise health records by documenting real-time clinical encounters, diagnoses, prescriptions and test orders to ensure continuous care accuracy.

• Optimize daily clinic flow by managing phone consultations, filing records and maintaining fully stocked supply inventories across treatment spaces.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Medical Assistant obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary: 18.67

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