Sanford Health·Bemidji, Minnesota
The Medical Assistant collects subjective and objective health data and communicates it to healthcare providers to support patient care. Responsibilities include performing clinical duties like obtaining vital signs and managing administrative tasks such as patient scheduling.
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32
$20.24 - $28.68 Sign on BONUS up to $15,000 for eligible applicants!
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our team in delivering exceptional family medicine services. In this role, you will work closely with our family medicine providers to support patient care and ensure a seamless experience for our patients.
Sign on BONUS for eligible applicants!
Daytime hours with a Monday - Friday schedule.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives.
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.
In departments where applicable, responsibilities may include patient scheduling, insurance and guarantor validation, and verification of demographic information.
Additional tasks may involve coordinating provider schedules across multiple locations and managing daily scheduling adjustments.
Must be a graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program.
Prior experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Candidates must be graduates of a recognized Medical Assistant program and hold a national certification (CMA or RMA). Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within six months of employment.
Market context
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