Medical Assistant - MA - Neurology - PRN

Sanford Health • Sioux Falls, SD

128d • $19 - $25

About The Position

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. 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.

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.
• Familiarity with state-specific registration requirements.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Development and advancement opportunities within the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree