Medical Assistant, Non-Certified - Radiation Oncology

Good Samaritan Society; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 25,485 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health Marsh Minocqua Center in Minocqua, WI is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant, Non-Certified (MA) to support ambulatory care services. The role includes vital signs, exam preparation, and data collection under physician guidance.

Must complete a Medical Assistant program or related coursework within 12 months of hire; two years MA experience if education is not met. BLS certification required within six months. Benefits and a competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program or successful completion of Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology and Pharmacology within 12 months of hire.
• 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.
• BLS certification required within six months of employment; recertification as required.

Responsibilities

• Collect subjective and objective health data from patients and communicate to the provider.
• Contribute data to the patient’s plan of care under provider guidance.
• Transmit provider’s instructions for care to patient or caregiver.
• Care for patients across the lifespan in prevention, health maintenance, treatment and follow-up.
• Obtain vital signs, prepare patients for examinations, observe and report signs or symptoms, and perform point of care testing.

Education

Medical Assistant program

Medical Terminology

Anatomy and Physiology

Pharmacology

Two years’ MA experience if education not met

Job description

Careers With Purpose

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.

Facility: Marsh Minocqua Ctr

Location: Minocqua, WI

Address: 9576 WI-70, Minocqua, WI 54548, USA

Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 36.00

Salary Range: 18.50 - 28.00

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant, Non-Certified (MA) functions within the administration pre-defined scope of practice guidelines per state location of practice. 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 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.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

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 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0267241

Job Function: Nursing

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