Medical Assistant - Same Day Clinic - MA

Mayo Clinic • Onalaska, AK

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About The Position

The medical assistant performs assigned direct and indirect care tasks in an ambulatory setting to meet patient care needs under the direct supervision of a physician or assigned supervisor. As a member of the health care team, the medical assistant accepts appropriate delegation from an RN or physician to help meet the needs of patients and families. The role carries out assigned tasks according to the patient care plan, organizational policies and procedures, and principles of relationship-based care. The medical assistant performs designated activities limited by law to unlicensed health care personnel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant diploma or associate degree program, or hold an active Medical Assistant certification (CMA), registration (RMA), or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification.
• Maintain current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, except that some off-campus positions may not require current BLS competency as determined by the work area.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Computer proficiency, 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned direct and indirect care tasks in the ambulatory setting.
• Accept appropriate delegation from an RN or physician to meet patient and family needs as a member of the health care team.
• Perform tasks in accordance with the patient care plan, organizational policies and procedures, and principles of relationship-based care.
• Carry out designated activities within the functions allowed by law for unlicensed health care personnel.

What This Job Offers

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