Medical Assistant (1.0 FTE) - OBGYN

Hennepin Healthcare; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their OB GYN Clinic in downtown Minneapolis. This role involves supporting patient care under the supervision of licensed practitioners, performing clinical tasks, and assisting with medical procedures. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in medical assisting and the ability to work effectively with a diverse patient population. Opportunities for professional growth and tuition reimbursement are available, making this position a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in healthcare.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Union Representation

Day Shift Hours

Opportunities for Advancement

Qualifications

• Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Medical Assisting required.
• Ability to perform specialized clinical tasks in alignment with HHS standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care tasks under the direction of healthcare providers.
• Perform clinical duties including medication administration and specimen collection.

Skills

Patient Care

Medical Terminology

Communication Skills

Clinical Procedures

Bilingual Communication

Education

Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Medical Assisting

Tools

EPIC

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description - Medical Assistant (1.0 FTE) - OBGYN (250190)

Hennepin Healthcare is hiring for a Medical Assistant for our OB GYN Clinic in downtown Minneapolis. This benefit-eligible role is union represented and primarily works day shift. Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and advancement are available.
***This opening is currently set to work Monday-Friday day hours but may expand to include evenings and weekends as we grow.

SUMMARY

Under the direction, delegation and supervision of a Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP), Manager/Clinic Nurse Supervisor, charge nurse and/or their delegates, the Medical Assistant performs a wide variety of medical and clinic support functions. The Medical Assistant assists with indirect and direct patient care and performs specialized medical procedures of a routine nature as determined by established Policies, Procedures and Clinical Protocols.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform assigned clinical tasks under the direction of a physician or other providers including: administer medications, injections, and immunizations, spirometry, tympanometry, apply minor dressings and splints, connect patients to portable monitors e.g. pulse oximetry, nebulization, glucose monitoring, and urethral catheterization and other clinical duties as delegated within the Medical Assistant scope of practice.
• Set up for and provide direct assistance to physicians and other licensed care providers with medical examinations and procedures including: colposcopy, flex sigmoidoscopy, minor surgery.
• Perform specimen collection including: blood draws, sputum samples and urine samples.
• Perform hearing and vision screens and developmental testing.
• Review patient information as required by the rooming process and competently enter information into the patient medical record.
• Perform basic patient care activities including: place patients in rooms, take and chart vital signs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

• Diploma or Associate’s Degree from an accredited Medical Assistant school (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools) that includes a clinical externship or a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with EPIC and/or similar electronic health record.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Software.
• Months related experience or HHS externship.
• Possesses active certification by the AAMA or active registration by the AMT at hire.
• Bilingual in English and at least one other language commonly spoken by HHS patients.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to perform specialized clinical tasks and procedures in alignment with HHS standards.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to effectively interview patients and collect information required to obtain medical history and to accurately register and/or schedule patients.
• Ability to work cohesively and respectfully with a diverse workforce and patient population.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and communicate with multidisciplinary staff.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions; understand and communicate verbal and written information.
• Ability to perform job duties that meet departmental performance expectations as well as HHS standards related to quality, accuracy, productivity, patient and family-centered care, customer service, etc.

License/Certifications:

• Credentialed or Registered through AAMA, AMT, or NHCA within thirteen (13) months of employment.
• Must have and maintain valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers certification or the ability to obtain this within the first three months of employment.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.