Medical Assistant Podiatry

Allina Health • Coon Rapids, MN

10d • $22 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Allina Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and nursing staff in delivering timely, quality patient health care services in Podiatry and Foot Ankle. The role includes rooming patients, managing patient flow, administering medication, and communicating with patients. This is a 0.8 FTE position, working 64 hours per two-week pay period in 8-hour day shifts, with Friday off and no weekend rotations. The position may cover additional sites in Maple Grove, Ramsey, Vadnais Heights, and Shoreview; float pay and mileage reimbursement are provided. A $2,000 starting bonus is available for eligible external talent.

The Medical Assistant gathers and documents patient information, prepares patients for examinations and procedures, supports care delivery, coordinates test results, and carries out delegated clinical and administrative tasks. The role also contributes to a safe care environment and maintains exam, medication, and supply rooms.

Allina Health describes itself as a not-for-profit health system serving Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Its stated mission is to provide exceptional care, prevent illness, restore health, and provide comfort. The organization emphasizes whole-person care, employee well-being, career growth, and an inclusive workplace.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age and have the education and/or experience needed to meet the required principal competencies.
• Must have completed a Medical Assistant program or a comparable healthcare education program with a similar scope of clinical training.
• Candidates with fewer than six months of Medical Assistant experience must have completed at least 160 hours of clinical externship or an equivalent clinical practicum.
• Must have current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, or complete Allina in-house BLS training within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous Medical Assistant experience.
• Medical terminology knowledge.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred. Acceptable certifications include Certified Medical Assistant (CMA—AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA—AMT), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA—NHA), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA—NCCT), or Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA—NHA).

Responsibilities

• Room patients, manage patient flow, and obtain adequate patient medical information and data.
• Collect and confirm patient information through interviews, questionnaires, and vital signs; accurately document it in the electronic medical record according to documentation standards.
• Help patients prepare for physician examinations, including providing psycho-emotional support as needed.
• Collect, label, and process specimens.
• Facilitate obtaining laboratory and imaging results.
• Work with the electronic medical record in-basket and respond to messages as delegated by an RN or provider.
• Help cover the front desk and provide backup for patient registration and scheduling as needed.
• Perform patient care tasks delegated by a provider or RN, including injections.
• Assist with procedures.
• Support patient care and reinforce information about tests, labs, procedure preparation, treatment plans, prevention, and other health topics.
• Coordinate test and procedure results with a provider or RN.
• Prepare refill information for provider review and prescribing as needed.
• Assist with patient transportation as needed.
• Contribute to a safe environment for patients, visitors, and employees; report environmental risks and equipment malfunctions to a supervisor and through safety huddles.
• Use equipment according to policies, procedures, manufacturer directions, and standards.
• Follow policies, procedures, standard work, and proper techniques when providing patient care.
• Clean, stock, and maintain inventory for exam, medication, and supply rooms.
• Report acute problems and changes in a patient's condition.
• Apply high-reliability safety principles to all interactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $2,000 starting bonus for eligible external talent.
• Medical and dental benefits.
• PTO/time away.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Voluntary benefits, including vision, legal, and critical illness coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement or continuing medical education, as applicable.
• Student loan support benefits to help navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Well-being dollars, well-being navigators, programs, activities, resources, personal coaching, and tools.
• Float pay and mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed