Medical Assistant | Family Medicine Residency

Monument Health • Rapid City, SD

1d • $20 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant works collaboratively with the healthcare team to provide direct and indirect patient care in an ambulatory clinic setting. The role performs assigned tasks in accordance with Monument Health policies and procedures, supporting compassionate, patient-focused care and the needs of each patient. The position is in the Family Medicine Residency department in Rapid City, South Dakota, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent in general studies.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant university or accredited training program.
• Medical Assistant-Certified (MA) credential from one of the listed certifying bodies.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Professional certification from the American Heart Association within 60 days of hire or transfer.
• For Medical Assistants hired after July 1, 2024, hold upon hire a national certification from AAMA, AMT, NHA, NCCT, or AMCA.
• Ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of clinical experience.
• At least 1 year of healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare examination and treatment areas according to clinic standards.
• Complete patient rooming procedures, including vital signs, data collection, and other clinic-specific components within the defined scope of responsibilities.
• Administer and document unit-dose medications and immunizations in accordance with clinic policy after successful training and competency assessment.
• Perform EKGs and laboratory testing under the clinic's CLIA license after successful training and competency assessment.
• Ensure patient-record documentation is accurate, clear, and concise within the defined scope of responsibilities; may serve as a provider scribe after successful training.
• Complete assigned clerical activities and maintain or order supplies as directed.
• Assist with scheduling follow-up care and appointments as ordered or directed.
• Distribute pre-printed or pre-approved patient education materials and direct patient questions to a provider or RN.
• Work within the documented Monument Health Scope of Responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 for qualified Medical Assistant candidates.
• Competitive wages.
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage on qualifying positions.
• Retirement plans, a health savings account, and a flexible spending account.
• Instant pay for qualifying positions.
• Paid time off accrual bank.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Tuition assistance or reimbursement.
• Pay differentials on qualifying positions.
• Flexible scheduling.

What This Job Offers

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