Medical Assistant or CMA Ambulatory - Pain Management

sanford; Eau Claire (WI); Presencial; USD 26 000 - 41 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Sanford Health in Eau Claire, WI is hiring a Medical Assistant, Ambulatory (non-certified) to support ambulatory care clinics. The MA collects patient data, prepares for exams, and helps implement the provider's plan of care across life stages.

Responsibilities include vitals, patient prep, communicating instructions, and assisting with point-of-care testing; requires completion of an MA program and BLS within 6 months; some site coverage at Rice Lake Center.

Qualificações

• Graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program or equivalent.
• Proficiency in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and pharmacology.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six months of employment; recertification as required.
• Two years of MA experience if education is not met at hire; prior healthcare experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Collect subjective and objective data from patients and relay to the provider.
• Obtain vital signs, prepare patients for examinations, and assist with point-of-care testing.
• Communicate care instructions to patients or caregivers as directed by the provider.
• Support care across the lifespan and participate in all phases of preventive care and follow-up.

Conhecimentos

BLS certification

Formação académica

Medical Assistant program graduate

Courses: Med Terminology + Anatomy & Physiology + Pharmacology

Ferramentas

CMA/CCMA/NCMA certifications

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Compensation

Salary Range: $19.00 - $29.50

Union Position

No

Department Details

Monday - Friday; variable hours between 7:30 am - 5:00 pm. This position will also provide coverage at our Rice Lake Center location.

Summary

The Medical Assistant, Non-Certified (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)

JOB QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Minimum Required: 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

JOB QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE 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.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].