MA - Medical Assistant - 49th & Oxbow Family Medicine Clinic - PRN

Sanford Health • Sioux Falls, SD

108d • $19 - $25

About The Position

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

Requirements

• 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.
• Registration (RMA) obtained through the American Medical Technologists (AMT) is also acceptable.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an ambulatory care setting.

Responsibilities

• Collect subjective and objective health status data from the patient or caregiver.
• Communicate health status data to the health care provider.
• Participate in the care of patients by providing contributing data to licensed health care professionals.
• Follow through on the patient's plan of care under the direction of the provider.
• Communicate the provider's written instructions for care to the patient or caregiver.
• Participate in care for patients across the lifespan in all phases of preventative care, health maintenance, treatment, and follow-up.
• Perform specialized clinical duties including obtaining vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, observing and reporting patient's signs or symptoms, and performing point of care testing.

Benefits

• Open Communication: Regular feedback and transparent communication channels.
• Supportive Leadership: Work with supervisors who prioritize staff well-being and professional growth.
• Integrated Care Model: Providers and nursing staff work hand-in-hand to deliver the highest quality care.
• Strong Provider-Nursing Staff Relationships: Cultivating meaningful workplace connections.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees