Medical Assistant (MA) - Family Practice - Full Time

sanford; Wisconsin Rapids (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Wisconsin Rapids is hiring a Medical Assistant Ambulatory to support a fast-paced family practice. The MA will collect patient data, communicate findings to the provider, and assist in patient care under supervision, performing vital signs and routine clinical tasks.

Requirements include graduation from a recognized Medical Assistant program, or completion of specific coursework within 12 months, and BLS certification within six months.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program or complete required courses within 12 months of hire: Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, Pharmacology.
• Two years' experience as a Medical Assistant if education is not met at hire.
• Nationally certified or registered as a Medical Assistant (MA).
• CMA/CCMA/CMAC/NCMA certifications accepted; AMT RMA registration acceptable.
• ND MAIII registration requirements may apply; MD/ND/ MN/IA/SD/OR variations.
• BLS certification required within six months of employment; recertification as required.

Responsibilities

• Collects subjective and objective health data from patients or caregivers.
• Communicates data to health care providers.
• Participates in patient care under supervision of licensed providers.
• Performs routine duties including vital signs, patient prep for exams, and point-of-care testing.

Skills

Patient communication

Care coordination

Education

Graduate of Medical Assistant program

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or equivalent

Tools

BLS certification

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: $19.00 - $29.50

May be eligible for a sign-on bonus!

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Primary work location is Wisconsin Rapids, with coverage in Stevens Point as needed.

Schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 6:30a - 5:00p, with Wednesday off.

Our department culture is built on teamwork, accountability, respect, and patient-centered care. We work in a fast-paced Family Practice environment, and everyone plays an important role in ensuring our patients receive high-quality care.

• Build long-term relationships with patients
• Variety every day; no two days are the same; continually learn and develop new skills
• Strong team environment
• Excellent learning environment
• Work-life balance compared to many inpatient roles

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

Medical Assistant Ambulatory, Non-Certified

Must be a graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program or successful completion of the following courses or recognized equivalent from an accredited institution within 12 months of hire: Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology and Pharmacology.

Two years' experience as a Medical Assistant is required if education is not met at time of hire.

Prior experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. Re-certification as required.

Medical Assistant Ambulatory

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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