Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were 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.
Facility Bemidji Main Clinic
Location Bemidji, MN
Address 1233 34th St NW Bemidji, MN 56601 USA
Shift 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule Full time
Weekly Hours 40.00
Salary Range $20.24 - $28.68
Pay Info Sign on BONUS up to $15,000 for eligible applicants
Union Position Yes
Department Details Looking for a fun, upbeat clinic position? Look no further. We offer a positive team-oriented environment where your energy and passion for patient care will thrive.
Variety & Flexibility Enjoy the opportunity to work across multiple clinic sites-no two days are the same. This is a great role for nurses who enjoy variety and want to avoid the routine.
Build Lasting Connections Youll build strong relationships with diverse care teams, providers, and patients as you support a range of departments.
Grow Your Skills Work hands-on in both primary care and specialty departments-a great way to expand your clinical knowledge and experience.
Career Development With exposure to different areas of healthcare, this role is a stepping stone for long-term career growth within the organization.
Job Summary The Medical Assistant (MA) functions within the administrations 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 healthcare provider.
Participates in the care of patients by providing contributing data to licensed healthcare professionals and following through on the patients plan of care under the direction of the provider. Communicates the providers 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 patients signs or symptoms • Performing point-of-care testing
In departments where applicable, responsibilities may include:
• Patient scheduling • Insurance and guarantor validation • Verification of demographic information
Additional tasks may involve coordinating provider schedules across multiple locations and managing daily scheduling adjustments.
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) • National HealthCareer Association (NHA) Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) • American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) • 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.
MAs working within Minnesota (MN), Iowa (IA), South Dakota (SD), and Oregon (OR) do not require state registration.
When applicable, maintenance of a valid drivers license and good driving record is required. Employees are held to the Sanford category drivers license policy and medical guidelines when applicable for job duties.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. Re-certification as required.
Benefits Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include:
• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Life insurance • 401(k) retirement plan • Work-life balance benefits • A generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.
For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://www.sanfordcareers.com/benefits.
Sanford Health is an EEO/AA Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talents@sanfordhealth.org.
Sanford Health has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0249369
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No