Medical Assistant - Children's World Clinic
About The Position
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. Come join our Sanford family at our fast paced, busy Pediatric Clinic! We are in search of a motivated, critical thinker that loves working with children. Nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains and by one of a kind Crater Lake. Be a part of a practice that thrives on learning and loves to laugh. Endless outdoor opportunities in a thriving community. Medical Assistant experience strongly preferred. The Medical Assistant (MA) functions within the administration pre-defined scope of practice guidelines per state location of practice. 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.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Nationally certified or registered as a Medical Assistant (MA) within 18 months of hire.
- 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.
- MAs working within Minnesota (MN), Iowa (IA), South Dakota (SD) and Oregon (OR) do not require state registration.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. Re-certification as required.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
- Medical Assistant experience strongly preferred.
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
- 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.
- 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.
- Obtaining vital signs
- Preparing patients for examinations
- Observing and reporting patient's signs or symptoms
- Performing point of care testing.
Benefits
- Work alongside a collaborative and supportive team as you care for Children's Clinic patients
- Meet extraordinary local kids and families
- Great schedule with no nights or holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
