The Medical Assistant provides high-level clinical support to the cardiology care team by performing delegated tasks such as medication administration and phlebotomy. They are responsible for prioritizing patient care based on acuity and documenting all care within the medical record.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a Medical Assistant Diploma with a 160-hour externship or be a Certified Medical Assistant. Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross is also required.
professional certificateMedication AdministrationPatient CarePhlebotomyCPRSpecimen CollectionMedical DocumentationInjectionsVital Signs CollectionVaccine AdministrationSterile Procedures
Job description
Job Overview
Fairview has an immediate opening for a Medical Assistant to join our Cardiology Care team in Edina, MN This is a 0.01 FTE (Casual-on call position), non-benefits-eligible opening.
Clinic Hours of Operation are Monday–Thursday: 7:00AM–6:00PM and Friday: 7:00AM–5:00PM.
No weekends!
As a member of the care team, the Medical Assistant supports quality patient- and family-centered care principles through performing a variety of high-level functions within a care team to support the needs of the healthcare team and patients/families.
The Medical Assistant delivers care as delegated by the physicians/authorized practitioner, or registered nurse (RN) to assigned patient populations or individual patients.
Delegates care may include (but is not limited to): medication administration, vaccine administration, injections, phlebotomy (blood draws), assisting with sterile procedures, collecting vital signs.
Responsibilities
Delivers care as delegated by the physician/authorized practitioner or RN, to assigned patient population, or individual patient. Prioritizes work based on patient acuity, available resources, patient/family preferences, provider schedule, in collaboration with the physician/authorized practitioner and other health care team members. Performs high and low risk technical procedures defined by the clinical setting includes medication and vaccine administration, specimen collection, assistance with CPR. Effectively communicates compliance and concerns to delegating physician/authorized practitioner/RN. Takes action to assure continuity of care for all assigned patients. Documents care in the medical record. Required Qualifications Possess a Medical Assistant Diploma with proof of completion of a 160-hour externship or Certified Medical Assistant American Associate of Medical Assistants or Medical Technologist American Medical Technologists Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross)
Benefit Overview
Although this is considered a non-benefit eligible position, Fairview offers employees the option to participate in the Fairview 403(b) plan, earn Sick and Safe Time, and early access to earned wages.
Compensation Disclaimer
An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
