Medical Assistant - Kidney Waitlist - MA

Mayo Clinic • Phoenix, AZ

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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.
• Hold an active Medical Assistant certification (CMA), registration (RMA), or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification.
• If graduation did not occur within the last two years, one year of recent medical assistant experience in an applicable setting.
• 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, with flexibility to meet staffing needs.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.
• Organizational skills.
• Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned tasks of direct and indirect care in the ambulatory setting.
• Meet the care needs of patients under the direct supervision of a physician or assigned supervisor.
• Participate as a member of the health care team.
• Accept appropriate delegation from the RN or physician.
• Perform assigned tasks in accordance with the patient care plan and organizational policies.
• Carry out designated activities limited by law to unlicensed health care personnel.

What This Job Offers

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