Medical Assistant – Gastroenterology – MA

Mayo Clinic • Mankato, MN

15h

About The Position

The medical assistant performs assigned tasks of direct and indirect care in the ambulatory setting to meet the care needs of patients under the direct supervision of a physician (medical acts) or assigned supervisor. The medical assistant participates as a member of the health care team and accepts appropriate delegation from the RN or physician in meeting needs of the patient/family. The medical assistant performs assigned tasks in accordance with the patient care plan, policies and procedures of the organization and principles of relationship-based care. The medical assistant carries out designated activities that are within those functions limited by law to unlicensed health care personnel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Graduate from a Medical Assistant diploma or associate degree program or hold an active Medical Assistant certification (CMA), or registration (RMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification.
• Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association, American Red Cross. Positions that are not on campus may not require current Basic Life Support (BLS) competency as determined by the work area.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Computer proficiency required, including prior experience with electronic medical record systems.
• Ability to work daytime hours, flexibility may be required to meet staffing needs.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED