Medical Assistant or Apprentice - Neurology | Full Time

Sanford Health•Marshfield, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) functions within the administration pre-defined scope of practice guidelines per state location of practice. The Medical Assistant - Apprentice works under the direction of a Medical Assistant mentor for on-the-job training to provide basic clinical, clerical, and technical support to assist providers in planning for patients’ care, comfort, and safety. The Medical Assistant - Apprentice performs in a manner consistent with the health system's mission, policies, and initiatives while maintaining patient confidentiality at all times. 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 Medical Assistant Apprentice focuses on developing clinical and administrative proficiency through mentorship and active learning. Key responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, readying instruments, and assisting providers with various procedures and tests within their scope of practice. Apprentices are responsible for the accurate documentation of patient data, processing orders and prescriptions, and facilitating professional communication between patients and medical staff. Additionally, the role requires managing administrative tasks such as scheduling, billing, and using computer applications, all while maintaining regular attendance and meeting ongoing competency standards to ensure high-quality patient care. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must be a 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.
Must be a 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.
If the incumbent does not already hold their registration as an MAIII through the ND Board of Nursing at time of hire they will be granted 4 months to obtain registration.
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.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
Completion of a Medical Terminology course.
Graduate of a vocational technical Health Unit Coordinator Program, Medical Office Specialist, or Medical Secretary.

Responsibilities

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.
Participates 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.
Obtains vital signs, prepares patients for examinations, observes and reports patient's signs or symptoms, and performs point of care testing.
Prepares exam rooms, readies instruments, and assists providers with various procedures and tests within their scope of practice.
Accurate documentation of patient data.
Processing orders and prescriptions.
Facilitating professional communication between patients and medical staff.
Managing administrative tasks such as scheduling, billing, and using computer applications.
Maintaining regular attendance and meeting ongoing competency standards to ensure high-quality patient care.
Other duties as assigned.