Medical Assistant, CMA or LPN, Ambulatory - Cardiology
About The Position
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. This MA position supports patient rooming for a provider and is responsible for obtaining patient weights and vital signs, reviewing medication lists, coordinating with the provider, and preparing charts for the following day. When their assigned provider is not in clinic, they also assist with EKGs and stress testing to support overall clinic operations. Summary -The Medical Assistant, Non-Certified (MA) and Medical Assistant, Certified functions within the administration pre-defined scope of practice guidelines per state location of practice. -The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will participate in the implementation and evaluation of patient care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician. Job Description 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. The LPN ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients. Documents a thorough medical history from patient. Contributes to the assessment of patients and administers medications or treatments as ordered. Provides technical support to healthcare professionals as needed. Counseling patients and family members, under the direction of a registered nurse, on prevention and treatment plans. The LPN demonstrates competency and practices within the full scope of nursing expertise/knowledge and utilizes appropriate age and population specific standards as designated in their assigned clinical setting.
Requirements
- Graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program or successful completion of the following courses or recognized equivalent from an accredited institution within 12 months of hire: Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology and Pharmacology.
- Two years’ experience as a Medical Assistant is required if education is not met at time of hire.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment.
- Graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program.
- Nationally certified or registered as a Medical Assistant (MA).
- Certification (CMA) obtained through a nationally approved certification program for medical assistant, including but not limited to: American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) through the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA), or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), etc.
- Registration (RMA) obtained through the American Medical Technologists (AMT) also acceptable.
- North Dakota (ND) registration as an MAIII through the ND Board of Nursing.
- All medication administration performed by the incumbent prior to obtaining the MAIII must be supervised by a licensed nurse.
- Additionally, must also be registered on the ND Board of Nursing UAP Registry if they do not possess MAIII registration at time of hire.
- Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Currently holds an unenc John Doe LPN license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges.
- Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Obtaining patient weights and vital signs
- Reviewing medication lists
- Coordinating with the provider
- Preparing charts for the following day
- Assisting with EKGs and stress testing
- Collecting subjective and objective health status data from the patient or caregiver and communicating this data to the health care provider
- Providing contributing data to licensed health care professionals
- Following through on the patient's plan of care under the direction of the provider
- Communicating the provider's written instructions for care to the patient, or caregiver, by transmission of specifically defined information
- Participating 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
- Obtaining vital signs
- Preparing patients for examinations
- Observing and reporting patient's signs or symptoms
- Performing point of care testing
- Ensuring the health, comfort and safety of patients
- Documenting a thorough medical history from patient
- Contributing to the assessment of patients
- Administering medications or treatments as ordered
- Providing technical support to healthcare professionals as needed
- Counseling patients and family members, under the direction of a registered nurse, on prevention and treatment plans
- Demonstrating competency and practicing within the full scope of nursing expertise/knowledge and utilizing appropriate age and population specific standards as designated in their assigned clinical setting
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
