PCT to Medical Assistant - Pediatric Endocrinology Clinic - Full Time

Sanford Health•Fargo, ND

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Sanford Health’s Pediatric Endocrinology Clinic is seeking a motivated, self-directed, and compassionate individual to provide patient-centered care to children with diabetes and other endocrine concerns. The role begins as a Patient Care Technician (PCT), performing basic patient care services and supporting ambulatory care activities under the direct supervision of a licensed clinical professional. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic clinic environment and adapt while managing a variety of tasks. The department will support the employee in advancing their career toward becoming a certified medical assistant. The employee will work in the department while completing Sanford-sponsored MedCerts Medical Assistant training. The clinic also provides specialty care through outreach clinics across the region. This is a 32-hour-per-week position on an 8-hour day shift. The clinic is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and does not operate on weekends or holidays. Specialized onboarding and on-the-job training are available.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED is preferred but not required.
Obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certifications.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers is required, or must be obtained within the first 60 days of employment.
If working in North Dakota and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, register as a Nursing Assistant through the North Dakota Department of Health within four months of initial employment.
Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment while managing various tasks.

Nice To Haves

At least six months of experience.
Experience in a clinic setting.
Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment and supplies.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
Motivation to advance toward becoming a certified medical assistant through the Sanford-sponsored MedCerts training program.

Responsibilities

Take patient vital signs.
Room patients for providers.
Clean and stock patient treatment rooms.
Assist providers and the nursing team as needed.
Perform basic patient care services and support activities within ambulatory services under the direct supervision of a licensed clinical professional.