Certified Medical Assistant - Foot and Ankle Clinic

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Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

32

Salary Range: $17.00 - $25.50. $5,000 Sign On Bonus available for Qualified Candidates!

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Come join our fast paced Foot and Ankle Clinic as an Certified Medical Assistant. Within our clinic we see on average 110 patients per day and offer procedures varying from ingrown toenails to total joint replacements. We serve a wide variety of patients including children, athletes, diabetics with wound care, post operative, and more.

Our CMAs are paired with a provider and another member of the nursing team to work together serving patients in this learning environment. Primary duties will include rooming patients and obtaining vitals, ensuring patient rooms are stocked and cleaned, and assisting the providers as needed.

Schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm located at the South University Hospital.

National Medical Assistant Certification and registration as an MAIII through the ND Board of Nursing are required for this role.

Summary

The Medical Assistant (MA) functions within the administration pre-defined scope of practice guidelines per state location of practice.

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Assistant to join our Sanford Health Team. The ideal candidate is adaptable, caring, and team focused. Medical Assistants assist nursing staff and providers to deliver high-quality patient care in a positive environment. Our Medical Assistants have the ability to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients and their families. We believe in doing good; it's how we deliver exceptional care and improve the human condition at every stage of life!

 

Available for you:

  •  Specialized on-boarding and training for tasks within scope of practice

  •  A workspace that values an encouraging employee experience

  •  Career advancement through educational assistance

Qualifications

Must be a graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program.

Prior experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Nationally certified or registered as a Medical Assistant (MA). Certification (CMA) obtained through a nationally approved certification program for medical assistant, including but not limited to: American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through the National HealthCareer Association (NHA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) through the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA), or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), etc. Registration (RMA) obtained through the American Medical Technologists (AMT) also acceptable. Additional state requirements include: North Dakota (ND) registration as an MAIII through the ND Board of Nursing. If the incumbent does not already hold their registration as an MAIII through the ND Board of Nursing at time of hire they will be granted 4 months to obtain registration. All medication administration performed by the incumbent prior to obtaining the MAIII must be supervised by a licensed nurse. Additionally, must also be registered on the ND Board of Nursing UAP Registry if they do not possess MAIII registration at time of hire. MAs working within Minnesota (MN), Iowa (IA), South Dakota (SD) and Oregon (OR) do not require state registration. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. Re-certification as required.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. 

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