Introductory Medical Assistant - Boot Camp For Newly Certified MA's

Children's Mercy KC • Kansas City, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Medical Assistants provide basic, uncomplicated patient care and assist with unit/department operations under the supervision of physician, APP, or RN. Assignment of job responsibilities are delegated by the medial provider, RN, Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager, Assistant Nurse Manager assigned to supervise the Medical Assistant and in accordance with this job description. Those in the Introductory Medical Assistant position are employed by Children's Mercy while they complete a six week program designed to prepare newly certified MA's to work in pediatrics. Clinical hours will be completed in ambulatory settings. After completing the boot camp, candidates will begin working in the unit in which they were hired for. At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity. Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Requirements

• HS diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of experience in patient or customer facing roles
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program
• BLS certification Required Upon Hire
• One of the following required upon hire: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant, National Certified Medical Assistant

Responsibilities

• Attends and completes a Medical Assistant training program to learn to provide supportive patient care.
• Learns to assist in the maintenance of a safe environment and promote efficient and safe operations.
• Learns and exhibits professionalism, delivery of excellent customer service and performs clerical functions.
• Attends education programs, unit meetings and assigned committees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees