PCT to Medical Assistant - Pediatric Gastroenterology 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. Our pediatric specialty clinic is looking for a motivated individual who would like to advance their career and become a certified medical assistant! The applicant will start as a patient care tech and work in the department as they complete the Sanford sponsored MedCerts Medical Assistant training program. In this role, you will work side by side the pediatric gastroenterology providers, nurses and support staff to provide personalized care for our patients. Our Pediatric Gastroenterology Clinic cares for patients with celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease and eosinophilic esophagitis as well as a variety of other gastrointestinal concerns. In addition, our staff along with our pediatric gastroenterology providers, go to several outreach clinics throughout the region, allowing for increased access to the specialized care that is essential to their health and wellness. This is a great opportunity to work in a clinic setting with a variety of patients! Schedule is Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, no weekends or holidays. Come and be part of our passionate team of pediatric nurses and support staff who provide patient centered care to children in our specialty clinic! The Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs basic patient care services and supports activities within ambulatory services. Patient Care Technicians are multi-skilled to provide expanded services under the direct supervision of a licensed clinical professional. Whether you're seasoned in the field or just starting out, we welcome patient care technicians of all experience levels. We are seeking a self-motivated, independent and compassionate individual to help serve our patients. Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment while managing various tasks is required. We believe in doing good; it's how we deliver exceptional care and improve the human condition at every stage of life!
Requirements
- High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
- Minimum of six months’ experience preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.
- If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be registered as a Nursing Assistant (NA) through the North Dakota Department of Health within four months from the date of initial employment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a clinic setting preferred.
- Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
- Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
Responsibilities
- Taking patient vital signs
- Rooming patients for providers
- Cleaning and stocking patient treatment rooms
- Assisting providers and nursing team as needed
Benefits
- Specialized on-boarding and on the job training
- Career advancement through educational assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
