Medical Assistant/MA - Surgical Specialty Clinic

Fairview Health Services; Woodbury (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Health Services is seeking a Medical Assistant for its Surgical Specialty team in Maplewood, MN. This role involves patient interaction and support in surgical and weight management care, ensuring quality patient care and adherence to treatment plans, with benefits including a sign-on bonus.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision plans

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program or LPN is required.
• Basic Life Support Certification required.
• Ambulatory Care Experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow the patient’s plan of care.
• Perform high and low-risk technical procedures.
• Document care in the medical record.

Skills

Communication

Technical Procedure

Patient Care

Education

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program or LPN

Job description

Job Overview

Bring Your Possibilities to Fairview

At Fairview, we believe in the power of possibility — within ourselves, our teams, and the

communities we serve. We believe that leadership isn’t just a title — it’s a mindset we all

share. Whether you’re providing hands-on care, innovating behind the scenes, or

supporting those who do, your work matters.

Fairview has an immediate opening for a Medical Assistant to join our Surgical Specialty team in Maplewood, MN supporting primarily general surgery and comprehensive weight management, and occasional ENT, patient care in the clinic setting. In our surgical specialty clinics, you will room patients, prep for clinics, process instruments, complete patient paperwork and other routine MA duties. You'll work closely with a team of providers dedicated to education; you will be encouraged and supported as you gain in-depth knowledge of the various condition we see.

This is a 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two week pay period), benefits-eligible opening.This position is eligible forup to a $2000 New HireSign On Bonus! This position requires travel to our Woodwinds Clinic as needed to support business needs.

As a member of the care team, the Medical Assistant supports quality patient- and family-centered care principles through performing a variety of high-level functions within a care team to support the needs of the healthcare team and patients/families.

Responsibilities

• Follows the patient’s plan of care.
• Prioritizes work based on patient acuity, available resources, patient/family preferences, provider schedule, in collaboration with the physician/authorized practitioner and other health care team members.
• Performs high and low risk technical procedures defined by the clinical setting includes medication administration, assistance with CPR, assistance with procedures and may include lab draws.
• Recognizes when different approaches may be needed based on age or cultural differences.
• Implements assigned aspects of the patient teaching plan.
• Documents care in the medical record.
• Effectively communicates compliance and concerns to delegating physician/authorized practitioner/RN.
• Takes action to assure continuity of care for all assigned patient.
• Adheres to all relevant policies, procedures, and practice guidelines.
• Responds appropriately to emergent situations
• Functions as care team assistant as needed

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program or LPN is required.
• Basic Life Support Certification is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ambulatory Care Experience is preferred.
• AAMA Certification is preferred.

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www..fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status

$22.51-$31.78 Hourly

Bring Your Possibilities to Fairview

At Fairview, we believe in the power of possibility — within ourselves, our teams, and the

communities we serve. We believe that leadership isn’t just a title — it’s a mindset we all

share. Whether you’re providing hands-on care, innovating behind the scenes, or

supporting those who do, your work matters.

Fairview has an immediate opening for a Medical Assistant to join our Surgical Specialty team in Maplewood, MN supporting primarily general surgery and comprehensive weight management, and occasional ENT, patient care in the clinic setting. In our surgical specialty clinics, you will room patients, prep for clinics, process instruments, complete patient paperwork and other routine MA duties. You'll work closely with a team of providers dedicated to education; you will be encouraged and supported as you gain in-depth knowledge of the various condition we see.

This is a 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two week pay period), benefits-eligible opening.This position is eligible forup to a $2000 New HireSign On Bonus! This position requires travel to our Woodwinds Clinic as needed to support business needs.

As a member of the care team, the Medical Assistant supports quality patient- and family-centered care principles through performing a variety of high-level functions within a care team to support the needs of the healthcare team and patients/families.

Responsibilities

• Follows the patient’s plan of care.
• Prioritizes work based on patient acuity, available resources, patient/family preferences, provider schedule, in collaboration with the physician/authorized practitioner and other health care team members.
• Performs high and low risk technical procedures defined by the clinical setting includes medication administration, assistance with CPR, assistance with procedures and may include lab draws.
• Recognizes when different approaches may be needed based on age or cultural differences.
• Implements assigned aspects of the patient teaching plan.
• Documents care in the medical record.
• Effectively communicates compliance and concerns to delegating physician/authorized practitioner/RN.
• Takes action to assure continuity of care for all assigned patient.
• Adheres to all relevant policies, procedures, and practice guidelines.
• Responds appropriately to emergent situations
• Functions as care team assistant as needed

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program or LPN is required.
• Basic Life Support Certification is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ambulatory Care Experience is preferred.
• AAMA Certification is preferred.