Medical Assistant - Family Practice (Rhinelander)

Sanford; Rhinelander (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health is hiring a Medical Assistant for ambulatory care in the United States. The MA will collect health data, assist with examinations, and support the care team under supervision. A nationally certified MA with a recognized MA program is required, with state registrations as applicable and BLS within six months.

Work shifts are 8 hours day shifts; scheduled weekly hours 40. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program.
• Nationally certified or registered as a Medical Assistant (MA).
• Certification (CMA) obtained through a nationally approved program (AAMA/CCMA/CMAC/NCMA or NCCT).
• ND/MN/IA/SD/OR state registration requirements may apply depending on location.
• BLS certification required within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Collects vital signs and health data from patients.
• Prepares patients for examinations and procedures.
• Communicates provider's orders and care plan to patient/caregiver.
• Contributes data to the care team and follows through on the care plan.
• Performs tasks including point-of-care testing under supervision.

Skills

Vital signs

Data collection

Patient communication

Point of care testing

BLS within 6 months

Education

Medical Assistant certificate (CMA/CCMA/CMAC/NCMA)

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:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range: 18.50 - 28.50

$2,500 Sign on Bonus

Union Position:

No

Department Details

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. If the incumbent does not already hold their registration as an MAIII through the ND Board of Nursing at time of hire they will be granted 4 months to obtain registration. All medication administration performed by the incumbent prior to obtaining the MAIII must be supervised by a licensed nurse. Additionally, must also be registered on the ND Board of Nursing UAP Registry if they do not possess MAIII registration at time of hire.
• 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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