Medical Assistant Ambulatory - Oncology

10500 Marshfield Clinic Health System, Inc.; Iron Mountain (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is hiring a Medical Assistant to support a busy cancer care clinic with basic clinical, clerical, and technical tasks. You will prepare instruments, document patient data, assist providers, and help schedule services in a fast-paced team environment.

Requirements include a graduate of an approved Medical Assistant Program (or equivalent on-the-job experience), BLS, and the ability to travel if needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant Program or applicable on the job clinical experience.
• If Medical Assistant Program has not been completed, must have applicable on the job clinical experience.
• Experience working as a Medical Assistant preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within 30 days of hire.
• If travel to offsite locations is required, must possess a valid driver’s license and have a driving record without a significant history of accidents and/or convictions of moving violations.
• Nationally certified or registered as a Medical Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares instruments, equipment and materials needed for patient care; keeps exam room aseptic, neat and supplied.
• Obtains and documents complete patient data in a timely and accurate manner.
• Prepares patients for exams and assists provider with exams/tests/procedures as needed.
• Performs basic procedures as ordered by provider and within scope of practice.
• Processes provider's orders, prepares appropriate forms, and schedules appointments and services.
• Ensures that charges are submitted in a timely manner.
• Regular attendance is required in order to carry out the essential functions of the position.

Education

Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant Program

On-the-job clinical experience acceptable

Experience working as Medical Assistant preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Valid driver's license for travel (if required)

Nationally certified or registered Medical Assistant preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift: 10 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation: Salary Range: 20.86 - 27.39 Union Position: Yes Department Details Busy community-based cancer care clinic in the beautiful Upper Peninsula. The new cancer center was opened in July of 2024. You will work with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals taking care of patients from throughout the Central Upper Peninsula and Northern Wisconsin.

• Union: AFSCME
• Internal Posting Timeline: Monday, September 14th through Thursday, September 17th at 3:30pm
• Shift Length(s): 8, 9, or 10 hours
• Start Time(s): 6:30am, 7:00am, or 7:30am
• No Weekend or On-call rotation
• Overtime Status: 40 - Over 12 hours in 1 day or 40 hours in 1 week

Summary

The Medical Assistant functions as an important member of the healthcare team by providing basic clinical, clerical, and technical support to assist providers in planning for patients’ care, comfort, and safety.

Job Description

Prepares instruments, equipment and materials needed for patient care; keeps exam room aseptic, neat and supplied. Obtains and documents complete patient data in a timely and accurate manner. Prepares patients for exams and assists provider with exams/tests/procedures as needed. Instructs patients in preparation for specific procedures and tests when appropriate. Performs basic procedures as ordered by provider and within scope of practice. Processes provider's orders, prepares appropriate forms, and schedules appointments and services. Arranges for hospital admission when indicated. Ensures that charges are submitted in a timely manner. Assists the provider with obtaining test results. Proficiently uses computer applications as required for patient care. Processes prescriptions as directed. Communicates with patients regarding their concerns, collects information, and relays this information professionally and efficiently to the provider. Completes clerical or insurance processes to ensure the proper documentation and submission of charges is completed in a timely manner. Regular attendance is required in order to carry out the essential functions of the position. Reviews and meets ongoing competency requirements of the role to maintain the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform, within scope, role specific functions. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant Program or applicable on the job clinical experience. If Medical Assistant Program has not been completed, must have applicable on the job clinical experience. Experience working as a Medical Assistant preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within 30 days of hire. If travel to offsite locations is required, must possess a valid driver’s license and have a driving record without a significant history of accidents and/or convictions of moving violations. Nationally certified or registered as a Medical Assistant preferred. Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill.

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.