Aberdeen, South Dakota, United States
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Shift Description
N/A
The position requires work during days
Ambulatory care is a unique healthcare setting. It is characterized by efficient, focused care of patients. The MA in the ambulatory care setting collects subjective and objective health status data from the patient or the patient’s care giver, and communicates this data to the health care provider.
The Medical Assistant assists in the care of patients by contributing data to licensed health care professionals; and following through on the patient's plan of care under the direction of licensed healthcare professionals. The Medical Assistant communicates the health care provider’s instructions for care to the patient or the patient’s caregiver by transmission of specifically defined information. Ambulatory care is a specialty practice area that is characterized by dealing with situations and issues that are not always predictable.
All job duties must be performed within the SC Administration pre-defined Scope of Practice guidelines. The Medical Assistant provides care for clinic patients of all ages following established standards and practices. The Medical Assistant functions in a structured care setting and adheres to the policies and procedures established by Sanford Clinic. The Medical Assistant must demonstrate knowledge of clinical procedures for the patient and clerical/administrative functions of the clinic. The Medical Assistant must possess the ability to perform testing and to communicate patient status data appropriately relative to the age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed. The Medical Assistant may also perform phlebotomous blood withdrawals. The Medical Assistant also functions to greet and schedule patients. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Clinic Operations.
The Medical Assistant is knowledgeable of and skilled in business administrative office procedures and reception or front desk duties. The Medical Assistant practices under the responsibility and direct supervision of a person licensed to practice medicine.
When students and orients are providing patient care, treatment, and/or services as a part of their training, any/all employees may be asked to supervise the students and orient.
Required Skills
Graduate of an accredited school of Medical Assisting. One year of clinical experience preferred. South Dakota requires registration as a Medical Assistant with the South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners if practicing in South Dakota. Medical Assistants working in Iowa require registration with the Iowa Board of Nursing. Medical Assistants working in Minnesota do not need to be registered as Minnesota does not regulate MAs. Possession of National Medical Assistant Certification required (CMA). Must be certified within 9 months of registration date or hire/transfer into MA role.