Medical Assistant Ambulatory

Medical Assistant AmbulatoryWe're seeking a caring, responsible, and empathetic Medical Assistant (MA/CMA) who will be involved in assisting with patient care for all ages in an ambulatory setting. The Medical Assistant will be an advocate for the patient's needs by collaborating with both the patient and their care team to ensure that the patient is comfortable throughout their healthcare journey at Sanford. As a Medical Assistant, you can look forward to creating strong bonds with your patients and co-workers and have multiple opportunities for growth and development.Collects subjective and objective health status data from the patient or caregiver and communicates data to healthcare providerFollows through on the patient's plan of care under the direction of the providerCommunicates the provider's written instructions for care to the patient, or caregiverParticipates 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 settingsObtains vital signs, prepares patients for examinations, observes and reports patient's signs or symptoms, and performs point of care testingMust 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.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. Re-certification as required.Sanford 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, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.