Altru Health System-posted 14 days ago
Full-time
Onsite • East Grand Forks, MN
1,001-5,000 employees

Everything we do is underscored by a why — and that why is one another. Location: Altru Clinic | East Grand Forks 607 DeMers Ave. East Grand Forks, MN 56721 Summary: The Medical Assistant answers the telephone and routes calls, prepares patients for exams and assists with procedures. This position identifies basic signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status and provides basic information and reports to the nurse. The Medical Assistant assures lab work, tests, procedures and surgeries are scheduled and notifies pre-authorization and hospital of applicable cases. Making a real difference. For one another. To take the best care of our patients and community — including friends, family, and neighbors — we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another. At Altru, you’ll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart. Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO) At Altru, everything we do is underscored by a why—and that why is one another. We believe in the power of community and the difference we can make together. As the trusted healthcare provider in our region, we’re driven by a commitment to quality care and creating a supportive environment where every team member can thrive. Here, you’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, and experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back—taking your career wherever you want it to go. Join our team and be part of a small community with a big heart. Altru provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to increase opportunities and eliminate barriers to employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the application process to access job postings, to apply for a job, for a job interview, for pre-employment testing, or with the onboarding process, please contact Altru’s Human Resources Department at [email protected] or 701.780.5107. Altru is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more or to request a copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity and Eligibility policy and Affirmative Action Plan at no charge, please contact Altru’s Human Resources Department at [email protected] or 701.780.5107. Additionally, the following poster is available through the Department of Labor: Know Your Rights. Altru participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

  • Answers telephone and directs calls as appropriate in a prompt manner.
  • Prepares patients for exams and assists with procedures, per provider request.
  • Reports the patient's self-report/symptoms of pain promptly according to standard operating procedure.
  • Gathers and documents relevant information about the patient's visit using information from the patient/patient's family and previous medical records.
  • Assures lab work, tests, procedures and surgeries are scheduled according to standard operating procedure.
  • Follow standard operating procedures for pre-authorization and hospital of applicable cases.
  • Identifies basic signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status and provides basic information which licensed nurses use in identification of problems and needs.
  • Administers medication using the 6 Rights and according to standard operating procedure.
  • Demonstrate competency and ability to carry out department functions including location, set-up and use of equipment used for the assigned area.
  • Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.
  • Medical Assistant Certified | American Association for Medical Assistants | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
  • Medical Assistant Certified | National Heathcareer Association (NHA) | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
  • Medical Assistant Certified | National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
  • Medical Assistant - Registered | American Medical Technologist (AMT) | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 days of Start Date | Learning Management System
  • Prior to Start: Must be certified in one of the following: AAMA, NHA or NCCT or Registered with AMT.
  • This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.
  • health plan
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • dental plan
  • vision plan
  • life and disability insurance
  • education assistance
  • paid time off (PTO)
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