Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Med Admin

Ridgeview Medical Center; Waconia (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgeview Medical Center is seeking a healthcare assistant to support providers and nursing staff in a fast-paced clinic. You will escort patients, document vitals in the EMR, and assist with examinations and treatments.

Responsibilities include medical equipment prep, room turnover, and coordination of referrals. A Medical Assisting or Practical Nursing program is required, with CPR certification and strong English communication skills essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinic
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments for patient care
• Ability to meet background check requirements
• Excellent patient-facing communication and service
• Proficient with basic computer tasks and MS Office
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Clear English written and verbal communication

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms, obtain vitals and document in EMR
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments per policy
• Prepare equipment and assist providers during exams and procedures
• Perform room turnover between cases and at end of day
• Maintain stocked supplies and sterilize instruments/rooms
• Assist with arranging referrals and prior authorizations
• Support patient education and other duties as assigned

Skills

Multi-tasking

Medical equipment usage

Background checks

Friendly patient service

MS Office

Autonomy

Critical thinking

English communication

Education

Medical Assisting or Practical Nursing program

Job description

Ridgeview Medical Center is seeking a healthcare assistant to support providers and nursing staff in a fast-paced clinic. You will escort patients, document vitals in the EMR, and assist with examinations and treatments.

Responsibilities include medical equipment prep, room turnover, and coordination of referrals. A Medical Assisting or Practical Nursing program is required, with CPR certification and strong English communication skills essential.