Avera Health·Mitchell, South Dakota
The incumbent performs clinical and clerical duties to assist in patient care, including collecting vital signs, maintaining exam rooms, and documenting procedures. They also provide patient education and support clinic operations by managing patient flow and assisting with administrative tasks.
You Belong at Avera Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
Performs selected medical assistant and clerical duties that assist in care for clinic patients following established standards, practices, and competency. Works collaboratively with other clinic staff to solve practice-related problems. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the patient/customer's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the department.
What you will do
Assists in care to patients as directed by provider based on competency.
Provides accurate, completed, legible and timely documentation of all patient procedures in the medical record.
Maintains timely flow of patients.
Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
Responsible for assisting with patient and family education to include procedures, medication use, nutrition, disease processes, and maintenance of health and wellness, etc., based on competency.
Greets patients and conducts clinical interview collecting history and vital signs.
Labels and processes lab specimens according to lab procedures.
Maintains exam room for necessary supplies and materials.
Performs daily and weekly environmental cleaning and equipment quality control and maintenance.
Cleans and sterilizes medical equipment according to policy.
Follows correct procedures for handling and disposing of bio-hazardous infectious waste.
Provided back-up help for front desk personnel.
This may include answering telephone, scheduling and cancelling appointments, and scheduling consult patients.
The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Upon Hire or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) Upon Hire or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Upon Hire or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) Upon Hire or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Upon Hire
Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: Associate's Graduate of Medical Assistant program or diploma
Expectations and Standards
You Need & Then Some Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future. PTO available day 1 for eligible hires. Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org.
Candidates must hold an active license or certification as an LPN, CCMA, CMA, or RMA. The role requires the ability to perform clinical procedures, maintain accurate medical records, and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Market context
Support-services roles in South Dakota often draw steady demand in healthcare settings that need dependable patient-facing staff and strong coordination skills. This role is competitive because it asks for a high school diploma or GED, a completed CAN or Medical Assistant program, preferred Exercise Science training, and 2-3 years of cardiac patient care experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your clinical experience and program credentials are clearly listed before applying.
