Medical Assistant in Training

South Lake Pediatrics; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Match

Comprehensive benefits (Health, Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Employee discount

Tuition Reimbursement, Continuing Ed.

Uniform allowance

Job summary

South Lake Pediatrics in Minnesota is seeking a Medical Assistant in Training to gain clinical experience full-time while completing your MA education. You will perform medical support duties under the supervision of clinicians and adhere to clinic policies, with tuition reimbursement and a two-year commitment after program completion.

Daily tasks include preparing patients for examinations, taking histories and vital signs, assisting physicians, maintaining supplies and EMR, and supporting

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Currently enrolled in a Medical Assistant program, or enrolled within 30 days of hire.
• 2 to 5 years of customer service experience required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care duties including preparing patients for examination and treatment, taking patient histories and vital signs, performing lab duties, assisting physicians with procedures, etc.
• Performs administrative duties such as preparing and maintaining supplies, equipment, and exam and treatment rooms, maintaining patient EMR, completing appropriate documentation, scheduling tests and treatments, etc.
• Assists physicians and performs direct patient care as instructed by the physician.
• May observe all patient injections but are not allowed to administer any injections of medications or immunizations.
• Maintains appropriate communication and good interpersonal skills with supervisors, staff in all departments, and patients to ensure collaboration, efficiency, and high-quality patient care.
• Demonstrates support to coworkers by offering help, when able.
• Attends required meetings, participates in committees, and assists with projects as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program enrollment

Job description

Summary:

Gain experience working in a clinical environment full-time, while completing your Medical Assistant education! The Medical Assistant in Training position is responsible for performing medical support duties while completing their Medical Assistant (MA) program with an external school of choice. South Lake Pediatrics has a generous tuition reimbursement program to support the MA program, with a two-year employment commitment upon completion of the program. Duties performed in clinic are directed by the site supervisor and clinician and concurrent with South Lake Pediatrics' policies, practices, and procedures.

We strive to foster an environment where mutual respect and teamwork are the norm, problem solving is encouraged, communication is open, individual development is supported and every employee feels fulfilled.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform patient care duties including preparing patients for examination and treatment, taking patient histories and vital signs, performing lab duties, assisting physicians with procedures, etc.


• Performs administrative duties such as preparing and maintaining supplies, equipment, and exam and treatment rooms, maintaining patient EMR, completing appropriate documentation, scheduling tests and treatments, etc.


• Assists physicians and performs direct patient care as instructed by the physician.


• May observe all patient injections but are not allowed to administer any injections of medications or immunizations.


• Maintains appropriate communication and good interpersonal skills with supervisors, staff in all departments, and patients to ensure collaboration, efficiency, and high-quality patient care.


• Demonstrates support to coworkers by offering help, when able.


• Attends required meetings, participates in committees, and assists with projects as requested.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.


• Currently enrolled in a Medical Assistant program, or enrolled within 30 days of hire.


• 2 to 5 years of customer service experience required.


• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Work Schedule

Daily 8 hour shifts, flexibility to cover evening shifts (Mon-Tues) until 6:30pm as needed, and Saturday morning rotation approx. every 4-6 weeks.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages - Education, experience, and tenure are considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• 401(k) Match


• Comprehensive benefit package (Health, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life, AD&D, & Disability Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Program, & Voluntary Worksite Benefits)


• Employee discount


• Tuition Reimbursement, Continuing Education, & Professional Development


• Uniform allowance

Join our team!

A s an equal opportunity employer, South Lake Pediatrics will provide equal consideration to all employees and job candidates without regards to sex, age, race, color, marital status, familial status, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, veteran status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protection by federal, state or local law. EEO/AA