Medical Assistant, CMA or LPN, Ambulatory - Primary Care

Marshfield Clinic Health System; Hayward (WI); On-site; USD 25,485 - 40,639; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time-off package

Job summary

A health system in Hayward, WI is seeking a Medical Assistant to support healthcare providers in obtaining patient data, performing vital signs, and conducting point-of-care testing. The candidate will be responsible for preparing patients for examinations, recording findings, and communicating care instructions. Applicants should be graduates of a Medical Assistant program, with preferred experience in a healthcare setting and a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. This position offers full-time hours with an attractive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 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).

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs and assist with patient examinations.
• Perform point-of-care testing as directed.
• Communicate care instructions to patients or caregivers as prescribed by the provider.

Skills

Vital signs measurement

Patient communication

Point-of-care testing

Education

Graduate of a Medical Assistant program

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Overview

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We offer development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 Sanford Family members who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Facility: Marsh Clin Hayward
Location: Hayward, WI
Address: 10212 N Greenwood Ln, Hayward, WI 54843, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $18.50 - $29.50
Pay Info: This position may be eligible for a Sign On Bonus!

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant (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.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs and assist with patient examinations.
• Prepare patients for examinations and document findings.
• Observe and report patient signs or symptoms to the licensed healthcare provider.
• Perform point-of-care testing as directed.
• Communicate care instructions to patients or caregivers as prescribed by the provider.
• Contribute data to the patient\'s plan of care and follow through under supervision.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Minimum Required: One of the following:
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program
• Documented successful completion of the following courses or their recognized course equivalents:
• Medical Terminology from an accredited institution or completed online through Universal Class
• Anatomy & Physiology or Body Structure & Function or Human Body in Health & Disease from an accredited institution or completed online through Universal Class
• Pharmacology from an accredited institution
• Two years of Medical Assistant-related work experience and completion of the required educational courses listed above within the first 12 months from hire

Preferred/Optional: Experience in healthcare setting.

Licenses/Certifications

The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.

• Minimum Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of hire.
• Preferred/Optional: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire.

Other Qualifications

• 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 options include CMA (AAMA), CCMA (NHA), CMAC (AMCA), NCMA (NCCT), or registration (RMA) through AMT, among others.
• Under certain state requirements, specific registrations may be required (examples include ND MAIII for North Dakota with timelines to obtain registration). 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 and recertification as required.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time-off package. 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-0254002
Job Function: Nursing
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