Medical Assistant - Rheumatology, Shea Campus - MA

Mayo Clinic • Scottsdale, AZ

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About The Position

The medical assistant performs assigned tasks of direct and indirect care in the ambulatory setting to meet patients’ 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 the RN or physician to help meet the needs of patients and families. The role performs assigned tasks in accordance with the patient care plan, organizational policies and procedures, and the principles of relationship-based care. The medical assistant carries out designated activities that are within the functions permitted by law for unlicensed health care personnel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Graduation from a Medical Assistant diploma or associate degree program.
• Active Medical Assistant certification (CMA), registration (RMA), or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA).
• Maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.
• 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 tasks of direct and indirect patient care in the ambulatory setting.
• Accept appropriate delegation from the RN or physician as part of the health care team to meet patient and family needs.
• Perform tasks in accordance with the patient care plan, organizational policies and procedures, and principles of relationship-based care.
• Carry out designated activities permitted 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