Medical Assistant (non-certified) or CMA, Ambulatory or Medical Assistant - Apprentice - Pediatrics
About The Position
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. This position is part of the Pediatrics team, a collaborative, patient-centered group passionate about providing exceptional care to families. The team works closely together—providers and support staff alike—to ensure patients receive seamless, compassionate care every day. The Medical Assistant, Non-Certified (MA) or CMA 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.
Requirements
- Must be a graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program or successful completion of Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology and Pharmacology within 12 months of hire.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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 applicable).
- Registered on the ND Board of Nursing UAP Registry if they do not possess MAIII registration at time of hire (if applicable).
- Completion of a Medical Terminology course (preferred for Apprentice).
- Graduate of a vocational technical Health Unit Coordinator Program, Medical Office Specialist, or Medical Secretary (preferred for Apprentice).
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
- Working across multiple clinic locations provides valuable experience, skill development, and the opportunity to build relationships with a diverse team.
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.
- Follows 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.
- Performs point of care testing.
- Prepares exam rooms.
- Readies instruments.
- 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 and billing.
- Using computer applications.
Benefits
- Collaborative Culture
- Flexible Teamwork
- Fun & Energetic Environment
- Patient-Focused Care
- Growth & Development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
